The Government of Odisha has launched the Lakhpati Didi Sahayika Yojana, a transformative program aimed at empowering rural women by fostering entrepreneurship and enhancing sustainable livelihoods. Anchored in the state’s commitment to women’s empowerment and poverty alleviation, this initiative aligns with national objectives under the Deendayal Antyodaya Yojana – National Rural Livelihood Mission (DAY-NRLM). Government’s focus on the economic growth of women in self-help groups through the “Lakhpati Didi Initiative,” aiming to make women members earn an income of one lakh rupees annually, with a target of creating 25 lakh “Lakhpati Didis” by 2027. As on 18th June 2025, 16.60 lakh Lakhpati Didis created across the state.
