New Delhi: The Government of India had set up a dedicated fund called 'Nirbhaya Fund' for implementation of initiatives aimed at enhancing the safety and security for women in the country. Under Nirbhaya Fund, schemes and projects worth Rs 9288.45 crore have been appraised till date, the Centre said.
An amount of Rs 5712.85 crore has been allocated and an amount of Rs 3544.06 crore has been released by the concerned Ministries and Departments.
An Empowered Committee (EC) of Officers constituted under Nirbhaya Fund appraises and recommends the proposals for funding under Nirbhaya Fund in conjunction with the concerned Ministries/ Departments/ Implementing Agencies, the Centre said.