# Manipur state welfare and economic developments > Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/manipur-state-welfare-and-economic-developments > Updated: 2026-09-25T14:36:05.000Z. Sources: 5. Developments: 2. The Manipur state government has introduced several socio-economic welfare initiatives under the leadership of Chief Minister Yumnam Khemchand Singh. In late August 2026, the Manipur Cabinet approved the ‘Women Empowerment (WE) – Manipur’ scheme, which provides grants and interest-free loans to 3.5 lakh women in Self-Help Groups. The Cabinet also approved a recruitment scheme for meritorious sportspersons within the Manipur Police and various legislative amendments regarding taxation, town planning, and public service delivery. By late September 2026, the government expanded its welfare efforts to include the distribution of heifers to Scheduled Caste farmers to boost milk production. Additionally, the Chief Minister announced financial assistance for women street vendors. During these announcements, Singh noted the ongoing economic strain caused by the ethnic crisis that began in 2023, stating that shutdowns and blockades have resulted in daily tax revenue losses of between Rs 25 to Rs 30 crore. ## Timeline ### 2026-09-25: Manipur CM announces welfare schemes for farmers and women vendors Manipur Chief Minister Yumnam Khemchand Singh announced new welfare measures, including livestock distribution for farmers and financial aid for women street vendors, to boost the state's economy. 5 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/manipur-cm-announces-welfare-schemes-for-farmers-and-women-vendors ### 2026-08-28: Manipur Cabinet approves empowerment scheme for 3.5 lakh women The Manipur Cabinet approved a ‘Women Empowerment’ scheme providing grants and interest-free loans to 3.5 lakh SHG members, alongside a new recruitment scheme for meritorious sportspersons in the police force. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/manipur-cabinet-approves-empowerment-scheme-for-35-lakh-women --- Cite as: Manipur state welfare and economic developments. CLSTR, https://clstr.news/situations/manipur-state-welfare-and-economic-developments