DEHRADUN: In a groundbreaking move, the Uttarakhand government has approved 33% reservation for women in cooperative societies, making it the first state in India to do so. The Pushkar Singh Dhami cabinet has approved the proposal of State Cooperative Minister Dr. Dhan Singh Rawat to reserve 33% seats for women in cooperative banks and societies. The decision will apply to various cooperative societies, including district cooperative banks, multi-purpose cooperative societies, and state-level cooperative societies. "With Prime Minister Narendra Modi's mantra of 'Prosperity through Cooperatives,' we have ensured 33% participation of women in cooperative societies. This move is expected to end the monopoly of men in cooperative societies.

Source: Indian Express July 30, 2024 14:31 UTC