Loans distributed to SHGs
Source: The Sangai Express
Imphal, September 04 2011:
Loans have been distributed to 77 women exclusive Self Help Groups (SHGs) based within Keirao Assembly constituency at Chura ground, Arapti Mamang Leikai today.
The function organised by the Keirao Kendra Self Help Group Co-ordinating Committee was attended by ICM Director Dr Kh Somorendro and rebel leader turned politician MI Khan as chief guest and president respectively.
A sum of Rs 25000 was given to each of the 77 SHGs as loan.
Speaking at the function, MI Khan said that the SHGs were formed in January and February this year with a belief that the constituency can develop economically only when women are economically empowered.
He further assured that SHGs who can repay the invested amount of Rs 25000 by October 31 would be given up to Rs one lakh in the next phase .