In his latest ‘Mann Ki Baat’ program on Sunday, Prime Minister Narendra Modi lauded the exceptional initiatives of Women Self-Help Groups (SHGs) engaged in the production of bio-fertilizers and bio-pesticides in Bahraich, Uttar Pradesh.
Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath, tuned in from Gorakhpur, expressed gratitude to PM Modi for his acknowledgment and encouragement towards the women associated with these self-help groups.
In his first ‘Mann Ki Baat’ program of 2024, the Prime Minister Narendra Modi also praised the historic event of the consecration of Lord Ram in Ayodhya.
PM Modi highlighted the growing significance of SHGs across the nation and specifically mentioned the outstanding work undertaken by the women of ‘Unnati Jaivik Ikai’ in Bahraich.
CM Yogi, taking to his official ‘X’ handle, wrote, “PM Modi, in the ‘Mann Ki Baat’ program, has discussed and boosted the morale of women associated with the self-help group manufacturing bio-fertilizers and bio-pesticides in Bahraich district.’
Acknowledging the impact of this innovative effort, CM Yogi emphasized that the initiative not only contributes to the financial well-being of the women involved, but also plays a crucial role in promoting natural farming.
He commended the women of ‘Unnati Jaivik Ikai’ for becoming a source of inspiration in the agricultural sector and expressed heartfelt gratitude to the Prime Minister for recognizing their efforts.
During the program, PM Modi detailed the progress of the ‘Unnati Jaivik Ikai’ organization in Bahraich, where women from Nibiya Begumpur village, associated with self-help groups, are actively producing bio-fertilizers and bio-pesticides using local resources such as cow dung, neem leaves, and medicinal plants.
The organization has become a hub for these products, with over 6,000 farmers from nearby villages purchasing bio products, thereby enhancing the economic status of the women involved.
PM Modi envisioned a future where drones, operated by women, aid in farming activities in villages, underscoring the transformative impact of such initiatives.
The Prime Minister’s recognition serves as a catalyst for inspiring self-reliance and innovation among women across the country, marking a significant stride towards sustainable and natural farming practices.