Foundation Stone Laid for District Women’s Federation Building in Gadwal
Gadwal District Collector B.M. Santosh emphasized that true national development can only be achieved when women progress both economically and socially. On Thursday, he, along with local MLA Bandla Krishnamohan Reddy, laid the foundation stone for the construction of the District Women’s Federation Building at the Daudarpally Medical College premises. The project, with an estimated cost of ₹5 crores, is a major step toward empowering women in the district.
The Collector highlighted the state government’s efforts to uplift women through various initiatives. He mentioned programs like providing two sets of school uniforms to students annually and the allocation of 7,000 houses under the Indiramma Housing Scheme, aimed at improving living standards. Women’s groups will also be supported with brick manufacturing units for constructing these houses.
He further noted that banks are providing financial assistance to women’s self-help groups. The government is also helping them establish solar units, poultry, and fish farming businesses to increase their incomes. Other schemes like free bus travel for women, ₹500 LPG cylinders, and up to 200 units of free electricity are being implemented to empower women and reduce their financial burdens.
The Collector announced plans to select and train interested women from the district in successful programs implemented in Coimbatore. These programs aim to help women’s groups manage businesses and become role models in the state. The new building, expected to be completed by September, will feature state-of-the-art facilities and training programs to support women in becoming self-reliant.
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MLA Bandla Krishnamohan Reddy’s Remarks
MLA Bandla Krishnamohan Reddy expressed his happiness over the start of the new building for women’s groups, which is set to be built on a 1-acre 15-gunta site with a ₹5 crore investment. He stressed the importance of training programs for women and encouraged them to establish cottage industries within their homes. By producing and marketing various goods, women can achieve greater financial independence.
The MLA also highlighted the state government’s support for women through initiatives like subsidized loans for setting up solar units and businesses such as sheep rearing, poultry farming, and fish farming. He emphasized that the new building will provide women with the resources and facilities they need to manage their activities and attend training programs effectively.
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Program Participants
The event saw the participation of several key figures, including Additional District Collector Narasimha Rao, Market Yard Chairman Hanumanthu, Panchayati Raj Engineer Damodar Rao, and District Women’s Federation President Sangeeta. Local public representatives, members of women’s groups, and other officials were also present at the ceremony, marking a significant milestone for women’s empowerment in the district.
