ZIRO : The Lower Subansiri district administration held its first District Level Steering Committee (DLSC) meeting on the Lakhpati Didi initiative at the Golden Jubilee Conference Hall of the District Secretariat here on Monday, focusing on strategies to strengthen rural livelihoods and women’s economic empowerment.

The meeting, chaired by Lower Subansiri Deputy Commissioner Oli Perme, brought together senior officials, heads of departments, grassroots representatives and other stakeholders to chalk out a coordinated action plan for enabling rural Self-Help Group (SHG) households to achieve a sustainable annual income of at least Rs 1 lakh.

The DC called for stronger convergence among the Agriculture, Horticulture, Animal Husbandry & Veterinary and Rural Development departments with the Arunachal State Rural Livelihoods Mission (ArSRLM). He stressed that pooling departmental resources, expertise and schemes would provide comprehensive support to women-led households, including livelihood training, technical assistance and financial guidance.

Zilla Parishad Chairperson Hibu Dui, officials from the District Rural Development Agency (DRDA), Block Mission Management Units and community representatives from Hong, Hari and adjoining areas attended the meeting.

The committee reviewed block-wise progress under the initiative, discussed implementation challenges and identified potential Lakhpati Didis who could be provided focused support to strengthen and expand their livelihood activities.

At the conclusion, departments were directed to submit updated status reports and maintain close coordination with the District Mission Management Unit (DMMU), Ziro, for effective implementation and regular monitoring of the initiative.

The meeting marked a significant step towards coordinated efforts to enhance rural incomes and create sustainable economic opportunities for women in Lower Subansiri. (DIPR)