Thoothukudi, Feb. 23 -- The Kamarajar Educational Trust, with support from the under its Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) initiative, distributed 10 electric "Pink Autos" to economically disadvantaged fisherwomen at Thoothukudi on Monday.

The vehicles were formally handed over by Union Minister for Ports, Shipping and Waterways Sarbananda Sonowal, highlighting the government's focus on sustainable transport and women's economic empowerment in coastal regions.

According to the release, this initiative is designed to address the financial instability faced by women from fishing communities, whose household incomes often fluctuate due to seasonal fishing bans, adverse weather conditions, and declining marine resources. By providing el...