<h1>Prime Minister Launches Gold Monetization, Sovereign Gold Bond, and India Gold Coins Schemes to Empower Women, Boost Economy.</h1> The Prime Minister launched three gold-related schemes: the Gold Monetization Scheme, Sovereign Gold Bond Scheme, and India Gold Coins. These initiatives aim to utilize India's 20,000 tonnes of gold productively, with a focus on empowering women, who are expected to be the main beneficiaries. The schemes are designed to reduce reliance on foreign gold and encourage investment in gold bonds over physical gold. The Finance Minister highlighted that these schemes would transform gold from mere savings to a tool for national development, potentially reducing gold imports. The launch included the distribution of Certificates of Investment to initial investors.