Lucknow, Jan. 27 -- On Republic Day 2026, a total of 14 "Lakhpati Didis" from Uttar Pradesh enhanced the state's prestige by participating as special guests in the national ceremony held in New Delhi.
These women, associated with the State Rural Livelihoods Mission, witnessed the grand parade on Kartavya Path and conveyed the message of self-reliant women, empowered villages, and a strong Uttar Pradesh to the entire country.
On this occasion, the Didis met with union Rural Development Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan and shared their experiences on rural livelihoods, self-employment, and innovation-based businesses. The women shared their success stories in areas such as milk production, spice manufacturing, cafe operation, advanced farming...