2 Crore Women Now 'Lakhpati Didis', Goal Set for 3 Crore: Chouhan

• Union Rural Development Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan announced that over 2 crore women self-help group workers have become "Lakhpati Didis."
• The government's goal is to increase the number of "Lakhpati Didis" to 3 crore.
• Chouhan made the announcement at the Saras Aajeevika Food Festival, which he described as a symbol of women empowerment and national integration.
• "Lakhpati Didis" are women SHG workers with a sustainable annual household income exceeding Rs 1 lakh, a program aimed at empowering women through training and financial aid.

Why It Matters: It highlights significant progress in women's economic empowerment.