Hyderpora, 23rd February – In a significant development for Janata Dal United (JDU), the party has been conducting regular programs over the past two weeks. Today, JDU Party President G.M. Shaheen, along with Women’s In-Charge for Kashmir Province Mrs. Nazneen, inaugurated the Women’s Party Office in Hyderpora and addressed a large gathering of women party workers. He was joined by the State Executive Team and senior leader Mrs. Raziya.
During his address, G.M. Shaheen highlighted several key government initiatives aimed at women’s empowerment, including , Beti Bachao Beti Padhao
Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana (PMAY): Shaheen noted that this flagship program has had a transformative effect, with 74% of houses sanctioned under the scheme being owned by women.
Mudra Yojana: Shaheen emphasized that this scheme, designed to promote entrepreneurship among small and micro-business owners, has had a significant impact on female employment, with approximately 3.6 million additional women voters linked to the program. He highlighted the connection between financial independence for women and their increased electoral participation.
Shaheen also expressed that JDU’s focus in Jammu and Kashmir would continue to be on key issues such as healthcare, women’s empowerment, and senior citizens’ welfare.
He urged party workers to actively prepare for the upcoming Panchayat and Municipal elections, stressing the importance of fortifying the party at both the booth and block levels to ensure JDU’s solid grassroots presence in Jammu & Kashmir.
“Our women have proven today that they are powerful, dedicated, and committed to the welfare of society. Every JDU worker is following the path laid down by Nitish Ji, and I am confident that our party will continue to strengthen its base in Jammu & Kashmir,” said Shaheen.
He also called on party workers to raise awareness about various government schemes to ensure that every citizen benefits from them.
The event was attended by other senior members of the state executive team.

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JDU Press Secretary