Current Affairs - State - Discussion

Odisha has introduced key initiatives under the Beti Bachao Beti Padhao scheme to support adolescent girls' welfare. Programs like "Nirbhaya Kadhi," "Mo Gelha Jiya," and "Veerangana Yojana" focus on preventing child marriages, addressing gender-based discrimination, and enhancing self-confidence among young girls. These schemes also provide self-defence training and legal rights awareness, ensuring better protection and empowerment for girls in the state. The initiatives have already shown positive impacts in curbing child marriages and promoting gender equality in Odisha.