Correspondent
HAFLONG, Aug 06: Along with the rest of the districts in Assam, the Mukhya Mantriu Nijut Moina 2.0 was launched in Dima Hasao too, where the ceremonial distribution was done at Maibang and Haflong simultaneously. Assam Minister for Sports and Youth Welfare, Nandita Gorlosa attended the programme at Maibang Degree College along with the District Commissioner Munindra Nath Ngatey, SDO Civil Shyamanta Rabi Bara and others
Whereas in Haflong, the programme was attended by the NCHAC MACs, Dy. Chairman of Council, Principal of Haflong Government college, ADCs AK Illias Ahmed, Shaurya Sharma, Sangeeta Devi, Chairperson Haflong Municipal Board Ripa Hojai, Asst. Commissioners and many others.
A central programme was live-streamed from Gauhati University across all districts of Assam, including Dima Hasao
During the event, Hon’ble Minister Nandita Gorlosa emphasized the transformative power of education: “A girl child encounters numerous hurdles social, economic, and emotional. Through Nijut Moina Asoni, the government intends to bolster their educational journey and foster a generation of strong, self-reliant women, paving the way for Assam’s future,” she stated. She further urged students to imbue their lives with values and to cultivate confidence in their pursuits.
Addressing the students, the District Commissioner lauded their achievements and reiterated the government’s commitment to enhancing support for girl children through various developmental schemes, including economic, nutritional, and educational assistance. He emphasized that a conducive environment now exists in Dima Hasao district, fostering both academic and athletic excellence.
Nijut Moina Asoni is a first-of-its-kind initiative in India, aiming to support and empower 10 lakh girl students across Assam. The scheme provides direct financial incentives to girl students during key phases of their academic journey in Higher Secondary, 1st Year of Undergraduate Studies, and Post-Graduation to encourage continuity in education and reduce dropout rates.
As part of the scheme, students are eligible to receive financial assistance amounting to ₹1,000 for Class XI, ₹1,250 for the first year of graduation, and ₹2,500 for postgraduate studies, each for a duration of 10 months.
In Haflong, MAC John Poithong represented NCHAC CEM during the programme along with his council colleagues. MAC Poithong stated that such welfare schemes for female students in the state will not only uplift the students’ life but also society. Others who delivered their speech were EM Niranjan Hojai, Dy Chairman NCHAC Ngunminlal Lienthang.
ADC Sangeeta Devi delivered the welcome speech and briefed about the MMNM scheme under which the Assam government provides financial assistance to girl children to pursue higher education.
The programme was attended by college professors and students at large.