NTPC Kanti launches Girl Child Empowerment Mission (GeM)-2023

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NTPC Kanti launched Girl Child Empowerment Mission (GeM)-2023 as part of its CSR initiative.

An Overview of the News

• The program is a four-week residential workshop aimed at empowering 40 underprivileged rural girls from Kanti Block.

• This initiative is the first of its kind organised by NTPC Kanti.

• The primary objective of the GeM program is to provide academic training, skill development and overall personality enhancement to the participants.

• The program focuses on inculcating curiosity among the participants and developing better communication and social skills.

• By empowering underprivileged rural girls, NTPC Kanti aims to contribute to their holistic development and provide them opportunities for a better future.

• The GeM-2023 program reflects NTPC Kanti's commitment to social welfare and dedication to support marginalised communities.

Bihar:

• It is a state located in eastern India and shares its border with Nepal.

• This region is divided by the river Ganga.

• Bihar is known for its important Buddhist pilgrimage sites.

• The Mahabodhi Temple in Bodh Gaya is a revered site.

Formation - 22 March 1912

Capital - Patna

District - 38

Governor -Rajendra Arlekar

Chief Minister - Nitish Kumar

Deputy Chief Minister - Tejashwi Yadav

Rajya Sabha - 16 seats

Lok Sabha -40 seats