Over 3K applications for 'Pink e-Rickshaw' scheme

Maharashtra government's 'Pink e-Rickshaw' scheme has got off to a good start with the state women and child welfare department receiving more than 3,000 applications from eight districts, over 700 of which have been approved even as the remaining applications are being scrutinised.

- Dheeraj Bengrut

PUNE:

With the examination of applications to be completed by the end of next month, pink e-rickshaws will start operating on roads from the coming new year and women will be able to travel more safely.

On July 8, 2024, the 'Pink e-Rickshaw' scheme was announced by the state women and child welfare department to provide self-employment to needy women (and girls) in the state and make them self-reliant, rehabilitate and empower them, and enable women to travel more safely.

However, the work was delayed due to the model code of conduct for the state assembly elections.

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