Empowering Women: Maharashtra Launches “Mukhyamantri Majhi Ladki Bahin” Scheme

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Government of Maharashtra

Launch Date: July 20, 2024

Objective:

  • Empower women and girls in Maharashtra
  • Improve health and nutrition of women and children
  • Promote financial self-reliance of women

Benefits:

  • Rs 1,500 per month to eligible women

Eligibility:

  • Women aged 21 to 65 years residing in Maharashtra
  • Annual family income not exceeding Rs 2.5 lakh
  • Not a former MP/MLA or government employee (including spouse)
  • Not a member of a household with a four-wheeler (excluding tractors) or more than 5 acres of agricultural land
  • Owns an Aadhaar card and bank account

Disqualification:

  • Already receiving a pension after retirement
  • Already receiving more than Rs 1,500 per month from another government scheme (difference will be provided)

Selection Process:

  • Online application through portal/mobile app/anganwadi centers
  • Verification by anganwadi workers/Gram Panchayat officials
  • Grievance redressal mechanism for objections

Implementation Timeline:

  • July 1st: Online application begins
  • August 31st: Last date for application
  • From July 21st: Benefit payments begin (by 15th of every month)

Important Points:

  • The scheme is named after Chief Minister of Maharashtra.
  • It aims to address the lower female employment rate in the state.
  • Funding comes from the existing budget for the “Lake Ladki” scheme.
  • A state-level and district-level agreement will oversee implementation and review.

Resources:

  • Corrigendum No 1 Dated 03 July, 2024:
  • Corrigendum No 2 Dated 12 July, 2024:
  • Application Form:

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