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MP Ladli Behna Yojana 39th instalment likely before Raksha Bandhan
Livemint reports that the Madhya Pradesh government may release the 39th instalment of the Ladli Behna Yojana ahead of Raksha Bandhan as a festive gesture. Beneficiaries currently receive Rs 1,500 per month…
The Story in Brief
Livemint reports that the Madhya Pradesh government may release the 39th instalment of the Ladli Behna Yojana ahead of Raksha Bandhan as a festive gesture. Beneficiaries currently receive Rs 1,500 per month under the scheme, and 38 instalments have already been disbursed. Authorities have not yet officially confirmed the early payout date.
Launched in 2023, the scheme provides direct financial assistance to women aged 21 to 59 who are permanent residents of MP, subject to income and landholding limits. Funds are transferred via DBT directly into bank accounts. Eligible women can check their payment status on the official portal.
The Indian Opinion
The prospect of an early Ladli Behna payout before Raksha Bandhan shows how welfare schemes are increasingly tied to festive occasions. While cash transfers do enhance women's financial independence, one must question whether such timing reflects governance or electoral calculus. The scheme has been a flagship for the MP government, but the real test will be whether the money truly reaches those who need it most. Watch if the government releases an official confirmation before August 15, that will settle whether this is a genuine gift or a political move.
Source: livemint.com
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