The National Commission for Women launched SHAKTI Scholars fellowship.
It is a six-month grant-based research fellowship to support the young Indian researchers aged 21–30.
The fellowship provides ₹1 lakh for policy-oriented, multidisciplinary research on women-centric issues like safety, health, economic empowerment, leadership, cyber safety, and legal rights.
Eligible candidates must have a graduation, and preference is given to those with post-graduation, M.Phil., or PhD in relevant fields.
Funds are released in phases to ensure the accountability and progress-linked research execution.
The fellowship aims to encourage evidence-based research and support policy and institutional reforms for women in India.