Maharashtra Government Refutes Rumors of Ladki Behna Yojana Closure. Deputy CM Eknath Shinde Affirmed the Scheme will Continue. The Government has Identified 2.6 Million Ineligible Beneficiaries, but Eligible Women will Continue to Receive Benefits.
Mumbai: The Ladki Behna Yojana has been a subject of intense political debate in Maharashtra for the past few days. The opposition alleged that the state government is planning to discontinue this ambitious scheme. From social media to political platforms, news spread that the benefit received by millions of women may soon end. However, Deputy CM Eknath Shinde has now openly addressed the issue, putting an end to all speculation.
Deputy CM Shinde's Major Statement: The Scheme Will Not Be Discontinued
Deputy CM Eknath Shinde clarified that spreading any kind of confusion regarding the Ladki Behna Yojana is wrong. He stated that the scheme will not be discontinued. Shinde assured that the Maharashtra government will fulfill all its electoral promises. From farm loan waivers to women's welfare, every promise will be implemented in a phased manner.
He accused the opposition of spreading rumors without verifying the facts. The government has always prioritized women's safety, education, and economic empowerment. The Ladki Behna Yojana is part of these promises, and there is no question of discontinuing it.
Why the Scheme Came Under Discussion
The Ladki Behna Yojana is one of Maharashtra's ambitious schemes that played a significant role in bringing the Mahayuti government to power in the 2024 assembly elections. Under this scheme, financial assistance is provided to crores of women in the state to enable them to become self-reliant.
However, recently, Minister of Women and Child Development Aditi Tatkare revealed that there are over 2.6 million beneficiaries in the scheme who have been found ineligible. Following this statement, the opposition alleged that the government is preparing to terminate the scheme.
2.6 Million Ineligible Beneficiaries Identified
Minister Aditi Tatkare stated that the verification of the scheme's beneficiaries is underway. So far, approximately 2.6 million women have been identified who do not meet the eligibility criteria. She clarified that this list of ineligible beneficiaries has been handed over to the district administration, and action will be taken only after further investigation.
She also assured that women who are genuinely entitled to this scheme will not face any kind of problem. All eligible beneficiaries will continue to receive the benefits of the scheme consistently.
Government's Stance: Commitment to Fulfill Promises
Eknath Shinde stated that the government will not back down from its promises. Whether it is farm loan waivers or women's welfare schemes, every promise will be fulfilled. He also mentioned that the Mahayuti government will implement all the promises made regarding women's safety and empowerment in a time-bound manner.
Responding to the opposition's allegations, Shinde said that it is not right to mislead the public for political gain. The government's policies are focused on improving the lives of women, and the Ladki Behna Yojana will be further strengthened.
Importance of Ladki Behna Yojana
The Ladki Behna Yojana in Maharashtra has helped improve the economic condition of millions of women. Under this scheme, the state government provides monthly financial assistance to women so that they can meet their needs and become self-reliant.
This scheme is no less than a boon for women in rural areas, where employment opportunities are limited and economic challenges are greater. This is the reason why women became worried when rumors of the scheme's closure spread.
