Empowering Rural Women Through Exposure Visits and Educational Tours in Arunachal Pradesh

The Department of Women and Child Development, Government of Arunachal Pradesh, has introduced a valuable initiative under the “Scheme for Empowerment of Women” to enhance the knowledge, skills, and economic opportunities of rural women. The scheme supports exposure visits and educational tours for women aged 18 years and above, enabling them to learn from successful organizations, cooperatives, and income-generating enterprises.

The primary objective of the scheme is to expose rural women to best practices in entrepreneurship, self-employment, cooperative management, and livelihood activities. By visiting model organizations and successful enterprises, participants can gain practical insights and replicate innovative ideas within their own communities.

The scheme benefits Self Help Groups (SHGs) and registered Non-Governmental Organizations (NGOs), with a maximum of 20 beneficiaries per group. A district-level Screening Committee, chaired by the Deputy Commissioner, evaluates and recommends deserving groups, ensuring transparency and fairness in the selection process.

To support these educational tours, the government provides financial assistance of up to 70 percent of the approved project cost, subject to a maximum ceiling of ₹3,00,000 per group. Beneficiary groups are required to submit utilization certificates, expenditure statements, photographs, and success stories after completing the tour.

This initiative reflects the Government of Arunachal Pradesh’s commitment to women’s empowerment by promoting learning, capacity building, and sustainable livelihood opportunities. Through exposure and knowledge-sharing, rural women can become stronger contributors to their families, communities, and the state’s overall development.