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Kolkata: On International Day for the Eradication of Poverty, which is observed worldwide on October 17, Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee reiterated that the state is working to alleviate poverty and reduce unemployment in Bengal. She tweeted on Thursday: "Today is International Day for the Eradication of Poverty. Our Govt in #Bangla is committed to the alleviation of poverty, reducing unemployment, combatingilliteracy and upholding human rights." The Chief Minister said Bengal is proud of him and his contribution to the experimental theory of poverty alleviation would go a long way in helping people. The 'Kanyashree' project introduced by the Mamata Banerjee government in 2012 helps girls from economically-challenged backgrounds to attain empowerment through education..