Maharashtra Launches ₹1,500 Monthly Aid for Eligible Women

August 16, 2024

Maharashtra will launch the ‘Mukhyamantri Ladki Bahin’ scheme on August 17, announced by Deputy Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis. This scheme is designed to give financial help to more than one crore (10 million) eligible women in the state. The launch coincides with Raksha Bandhan, a festival celebrated on August 19.

What is the Scheme?

The Mukhyamantri Ladki Bahin scheme will provide ₹1,500 per month to eligible women aged 21 to 65 years who come from low-income families (those earning less than ₹2.5 lakh per year). The scheme is inspired by the successful ‘Ladli Behna Yojana’ from Madhya Pradesh.

How the Financial Help Works

Eligible women will first receive ₹3,000, covering the months of July and August. This amount was already given to some women during a trial run of the scheme to ensure that the assistance arrives on time. The scheme is expected to cost the government ₹46,000 crore every year. This amount has been included in the supplementary budget prepared by Deputy Chief Minister and Finance Minister Ajit Pawar.

Political Importance

The scheme is being launched ahead of the upcoming Assembly elections, and it seems to be designed to appeal to women voters. Chief Minister Eknath Shinde has assured the public of the government’s commitment to this scheme, even as the opposition has raised questions. Aditi Tatkare, the Women and Child Development Minister has begun meetings with officials to ensure the smooth registration of women for the scheme and to make sure the scheme is properly implemented.

Overall Impact

The Mukhyamantri Ladki Bahin scheme is both a social and political initiative aimed at helping women in Maharashtra by providing them with financial support. This is especially significant as the state prepares for elections.

More About the Mukhyamantri Ladki Bahin Scheme

The Mukhyamantri Ladki Bahin Scheme, which began in Madhya Pradesh, aims to empower girls by providing financial assistance for their education. It targets underprivileged families and gives ₹25,000 for each girl. The scheme also focuses on skill development and health check-ups, promoting gender equality and encouraging families to invest in their daughters’ futures.

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