PRAYAGRAJ, June 12 -- In a significant initiative to strengthen economic self-reliance among women linked to self-help groups (SHGs) under the National Rural Livelihood Mission (NRLM), 22 'Prerna Canteens' will be set up across Prayagraj district.

Following the target allocation by the state government, district magistrate Manish Kumar Verma has written to various departments seeking land and suitable spaces for setting up the canteens. The outlets will be operated by SHG women, who will prepare and serve hygienic and affordable meals while generating a sustainable source of income for themselves.

Letters have been sent to the registrar of Allahabad University, the chief medical officer, principal of Motilal Nehru Medical College, chief...