India, Oct. 5 -- The Government of India has issued a release:

Financial assistance can play an important role in helping individuals from disadvantaged communities establish sustainable livelihoods and improve their economic condition. Timely support for self-employment can provide opportunities to create income sources, strengthen family financial security and promote greater self-reliance.

Shri Durgesh Barkhane, a resident of Junardev, Chhindwara, Madhya Pradesh, was selected under the NSFDC Electric Auto-Rickshaw Subsidy Scheme, 2024 and received financial assistance of Rs. 1,85,000. The assistance enabled him to acquire an auto-rickshaw and establish a source of livelihood for himself and his family.

Before receiving the assistance,...