Dharamshala, April 16 -- Chief minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu on Tuesday released an instalment of Rs.4,500 each to 1,926 women of Pangi in Chamba district under the 'Indira Gandhi Pyari Behna Sukh Samman Nidhi Yojana' covering the months of April, May, and June.

A total amount of Rs.86.67 lakh was disbursed in three instalments. During the 78th Himachal Day celebrations held at Killar of Pangi valley, Sukhu announced that all remaining eligible women in Pangi Valley would be provided benefits under the scheme upon completion of the necessary formalities.

The Chief Minister said that to provide Rs.1,500 per month to eligible women, the Indira Gandhi Pyari Behna Sukh Samman Nidhi Yojana will also cover women who attain the age of 21 yea...