Goa Launches Bima Sakhi Yojana to Empower Women as LIC Agents
| Aspect | Details |
|---|---|
| Scheme Name | Bima Sakhi Yojana |
| Launched By | Goa Chief Minister Dr. Pramod Sawant |
| Launch Date | January 7, 2025 |
| Initiative | Part of Swayampurna Goa 2.0 |
| Objective | Empower women by training them as LIC agents; promote financial literacy and insurance coverage |
| Eligibility | Women aged 18-70 with at least Class X education |
| Stipend Details | ₹7,000/month (Year 1), ₹6,000/month (Year 2), ₹5,000/month (Year 3); Total: ₹2.16 lakh |
| Career Opportunities | LIC agents; potential development officer roles in LIC |
| Government Target | Create 1,000 Bima Sakhis by the Prime Minister's next Goa visit |
| Capital of Goa | Panaji |
| Alignment | 'Har Ghar Insurance' initiative |