Madhya Pradesh Transfers ₹1,831 Crore to Laadli Behna Scheme Beneficiaries

Shivpuri, November 13 (Daily Kiran) : On November 13, during the Diwali and Bhai Dooj festivities, Chief Minister Mohan Yadav of Madhya Pradesh transferred over ₹1,831 crore to the bank accounts of approximately 1.25 million beneficiaries of the Laadli Behna scheme. This marks the 42nd installment of the initiative. The event took place in Pichhor, Shivpuri, in the presence of Union Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia.

During the ceremony, CM Yadav emphasized the government’s commitment to women’s welfare, stating that numerous schemes are in place to support the state’s female population. He criticized opposition leaders who questioned the scheme’s integrity, asserting that the strength of families lies in women.

Union Minister Scindia highlighted the government’s financial support for women and farmers, pointing out that both the central and state governments are dedicated to their welfare. He noted that farmers receive an annual assistance of ₹12,000, combining support from both the central and state governments.

The Laadli Behna scheme, launched in June 2023, initially provided eligible women with ₹1,000 monthly. This amount was later increased to ₹1,250 in October 2023 and further raised to ₹1,500 in November 2025. Currently, eligible women receive this assistance directly into their bank accounts linked to their Aadhaar.

Eligible beneficiaries include married women aged between 21 and 60, including widows, divorcees, and abandoned women. The scheme also extends financial aid to women receiving social security pensions. Since its inception, the scheme has transferred approximately ₹69,050 crore to beneficiaries, with the latest installment bringing the total assistance to nearly ₹69,050 crore.

In addition to regular monthly support, special assistance of ₹250 was provided to eligible women on four occasions from August 2023 to August 2026.