Under Mission Shakti, the Government decided to implement a component of “Nari Adalat” in a phased manner.
On 6 December, Union Women and Child Development Minister Smriti Irani told this in a written reply to a question in the Rajya Sabha.
Assam and Union Territory Jammu and Kashmir have been selected to implement it in the first phase.
In Jammu and Kashmir, it is being implemented in two aspirational districts – Kupwara and Baramulla.
In Assam, it is being implemented in seven districts Barpeta, Goalpara, South Salmara Mankachar, Udalguri, Darrang, Morigaon, and Kamrup.
100% of funds have been released to Jammu and Kashmir and Assam for “Nari Adalat” implementation during FY 2023-24 as per the prescribed cost under Mission Shakti guidelines.
The Central Government is implementing Mission Shakti Yojana for the safety, security, and empowerment of women.
The Government is committed to accelerating women-led development by addressing issues affecting women and making them equal partners in nation-building.
Under Mission Shakti, approximately Rs 3 thousand 144 crore has been allocated in the financial year 2023-24.
