Under the leadership of Chief Minister Pema Khandu, the Arunachal Pradesh government has announced a set of initiatives focused on empowering women, supporting youth, and fostering development within the state. These decisions were made during the fourth outdoor cabinet meeting at Nyapin’s Mini Secretariat. The measures, which include financial aid for girl children and the creation of a think tank for policy planning, are anticipated to have a significant socio-economic impact.
How is the Dulari Kanya Scheme Changing for the Girl Child?
The state cabinet has made significant changes to the Dulari Kanya Scheme, boosting financial assistance for girls born through institutional deliveries. The amount for fixed deposits has been increased from ₹20,000 to ₹30,000, which will be available when the beneficiary reaches 18 years of age. Furthermore, to promote girls’ education, a direct benefit transfer (DBT) of ₹20,000 will be given upon their enrollment in Class XI. With these updates, the total benefit under the scheme now amounts to ₹50,000. The initiative is designed to promote female education and enhance the overall well-being of girls throughout the state.
What New Policies Are Being Introduced for Governance and Economic Growth?
The cabinet has approved The Arunachal Pradesh Arun Parivar Patra Authority Bill, 2025, which aims to establish a comprehensive citizen database focused on family-centric governance. This initiative will enable data-driven policy decisions and ensure that welfare schemes reach the right beneficiaries .
To strengthen policy planning, the government has also introduced the Institute for Transforming Arunachal (ITA) under the Department of Finance, Planning & Investment. The think tank will provide research-backed policy recommendations in governance, economic growth, and sustainable development, aligning state initiatives with national objectives .
