Current Affairs - State - Discussion

The ‘Adishakti Abhiyan’ is a comprehensive women’s empowerment initiative launched by the state of Maharashtra to commemorate the 300th birth anniversary of Ahilyabai Holkar, a revered social reformer. With a budget of Rs 10.50 crore, the campaign focuses on improving grassroots access to government welfare schemes and addressing key issues such as malnutrition, maternal and infant mortality, child marriage, and gender-based violence. It promotes female participation in local governance through Panchayati Raj Institutions and introduces the Adishakti Awards to recognize outstanding efforts by Gram Panchayats. The campaign exemplifies Maharashtra’s commitment to inclusive governance and gender equality.