Nirbhaya Fund Not Discontinued, 49 Schemes Being Run Beneath It: Centre

New Delhi:

The Nirbhaya Fund has not been discontinued, the federal government knowledgeable the Rajya Sabha on Wednesday.

Replying to supplementaries throughout Query Hour within the Higher Home, Union Girls and Youngster Growth Minister Annapurna Devi additionally stated 49 schemes have been being run below the fund.

One-stop centres, which offer help and help below one roof to girls affected by violence, are additionally run via the fund, she added.

“Greater than 49 schemes are being run via the Nirbhaya Fund, the fund has not been discontinued,” the minister stated.

Ms Devi stated Rs 7,713 crore was allotted to totally different ministries and departments from the Nirbhaya Fund within the 2024-25 fiscal.

She added that 76 per cent of the entire allotted quantity or Rs 5,846 crore was spent.

Cash from the fund is allotted based on demand, the minister stated. “It’s demand pushed.” The federal government arrange the Nirbhaya Fund for implementation of initiatives geared toward enhancing the security and safety for ladies within the nation.

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