Rural Development and Panchayati Raj Minister Giriraj Singh today inaugurated a two-day conference in New Delhi inviting the sharpest minds on rural development to brainstorm and create a roadmap for Rural India during the Amrit Kaal. The two-day Conference is titled 'Evolving India: Re-imagining Rural Development for Shared Prosperity'. <br />''<br />''In his keynote address, Mr Singh said that today there are lakhs of success stories emerging of SHG women who have done exemplary work across India reflecting the transformation brought about by the policies and initiatives of DAY-NRLM. He emphasized that his Ministry aims to support and enhance livelihood opportunities and enable Lakhpati women across SHG network. <br />''<br />''He also highlighted the ministry's focus on sustainability, carbon neutrality, financial inclusivity, and the firm alignment with the Sustainable Development Goals 2030.<br />''<br />''Minister of State for Rural Development Faggan Singh Kulaste asserted that the scope and strength of the SHG network can be greatly enhanced with adequate training in packaging and marketing support to the SHGs.<br />''<br />''<span style="color: #222222;">Rural Development Secretary Shailesh Kumar Singh laid stress on the community-driven approach with the socio-economic empowerment of rural women at its core. The mission to achieve its objectives of enhanced income must leverage the benefits of various government schemes and build upon the partnerships.</span><br />