Former Chief Minister of Andhra Pradesh, Shri. N Chandrababu Naidu introduced a groundbreaking scheme called the Development of Women and Children in Rural Areas (DWCRA) to uplift rural women and promote their entrepreneurial spirit through self-help groups. This visionary program was first initiated in the united Andhra Pradesh districts and has since become a symbol of women’s empowerment in the state. DWCRA aims to empower rural women who aspire to establish their own enterprises. Nara Chandrababu Naidu’s government collaborated with Andhra Bank, launching the Pattabhi Sitaramayya-Self Business Group (PS-SBG) initiative. Under this TDP scheme, women are granted working capital and term loans, with individual limits reaching up to 25 lakh rupees. Remarkably, these loans are provided without the need for any security deposit, enabling aspiring entrepreneurs to transform their dreams into successful businesses. This initiative stands as a testament to N Chandrababu Naidu and the TDP Party’s commitment to fostering women’s growth and welfare in Andhra Pradesh.
Andhra Pradesh distinguishes itself as the only state government that disburses Rs. 10,000 to every woman through DWCRA and self-help groups. N Chandrababu Naidu commended the state administration and TDP leaders for their minimal interference in these self-help groups. The TDP agenda of this program is to empower women, with the government’s support serving as a catalyst for their independent success. During N. Chandrababu Naidu’s tenure as Chief Minister, his government introduced transformative measures such as interest-free loans up to Rs 5 lakh, the establishment of DWCRA bazaars, and marketing facilities for DWCRA products. Nearly 94 lakh women in Andhra Pradesh have benefited from these DWCRA groups, becoming integral to the state’s growing economy. These TDP achievements stand as the top accomplishments of the former TDP government. The success of DWCRA groups in uplifting impoverished women during Nara Chandrababu Naidu’s leadership calls for their expansion. These self-help groups play a pivotal role in bringing marginalized women into mainstream society. To further their progress, they require dedicated activists and support from political parties like the TDP.
Recognizing the need to provide knowledge, skills, resources, and investment to DWCRA community members and activists, there is a growing necessity to establish village, Mandal, and district federations. These efforts can only be realized through visionary leadership, such as that exemplified by Shri. N Chandrababu Naidu and his TDP government in Andhra Pradesh. In conclusion, DWCRA is a beacon of hope for rural women in Andhra Pradesh, empowering them to become successful entrepreneurs and contributing to the state’s economic development. Nara Chandrababu Naidu’s visionary leadership and the TDP policies have paved the way for women’s progress and empowerment. As we move forward, expanding DWCRA and supporting marginalized women remain crucial objectives on the path to a more inclusive and prosperous Andhra Pradesh. For the latest TDP news and Live updates, visit the official TDP website.