CM pays tribute to dignity, sacrifices of rural women
LAHORE: Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz Sharif has said that rural women are a living embodiment of hard work, compassion, a sense of responsibility and sacrifice. Their efforts make Punjab’s fields flourish, keep households thriving and strengthen the economy, she said. She said rural women are not merely hardworking individuals but active contributors to Punjab’s development. “The protection…
Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz Sharif has honored rural women on the International Day of Rural Women. She lauded their dignity, sacrifices, hard work, compassion, sense of responsibility and tireless efforts. Their contributions to Punjab’s fields, households and economy are vital, she emphasized.
The CM highlighted that rural women are not just hardworking individuals, but active contributors to the state’s development. “The protection of every woman, including rural women, is my red line,” she added.
The International Day of Rural Women aims to recognize the hard work and contributions of women in rural areas. CM Maryam Nawaz stressed the need to elevate rural women from merely being farmers to becoming decision-makers and economic powerhouses. She believes a strong, self-reliant and prosperous Punjab is impossible without their role.
The Punjab government has launched new opportunities, accessible facilities and skills development programmes for rural women. They are benefiting from the Kisan Card, Livestock Card and Himmat Card schemes. Basic health centres across Punjab are being upgraded to enhance healthcare for rural women. Interest-free loans for businesses, laptops and educational scholarships are bringing positive changes to the lives of rural girls.
A skills development programme is being launched to ensure rural women can participate in the development process. Livestock is also being provided to support self-employment opportunities for rural women.
Additionally, a Virtual Police Station has been established to safeguard the rights of women across all segments of society.
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