Madhya Pradesh's Ladli Bahna Yojana: Empowering Women with Financial Independence

Madhya Pradesh is increasing financial assistance for women under the Ladli Bahna Yojana to Rs 5,000 over time. Currently, Rs 1,250 is transferred to beneficiaries monthly. The scheme, launched before state elections, was criticized by the Congress but continues as state policy promoting women’s financial empowerment.

Madhya Pradesh's government plans to increase the financial aid given to women under the Ladli Bahna Yojana to Rs 5,000. Currently, Rs 1,250 is transferred monthly to eligible women's bank accounts, a scheme criticized by the opposition Congress but lauded by the ruling party.

Chief Minister Mohan Yadav, speaking at a rally, asked attendees to challenge the Congress's historical financial policies. Yadav promised to continue the scheme, increasing support from the current Rs 1,250 to as much as Rs 5,000 per month.

In Budhni, where a bypoll is upcoming, Yadav emphasized the BJP's commitment to the scheme. Ladli Bahna Yojana was initially launched ahead of state elections but has since become a centerpiece of the government's financial policy aimed at women's empowerment.

(With inputs from agencies.)