Congress will launch 'Mai Bahan Maan Yojana' if Mahagathbandhan wins in Bihar: Alka Lamba

IANS May 21, 2025 427 views

Congress leader Alka Lamba has unveiled an ambitious financial support scheme for women in Bihar called 'Mai Bahan Maan Yojana'. The proposed program promises a direct monthly transfer of Rs 2,500 to registered women's bank accounts to combat poverty and unemployment. Women can register through a missed call system, with the Congress promising implementation if the Mahagathbandhan alliance wins the election. The initiative is presented as a joint commitment with the RJD, emphasizing alliance unity in women's economic empowerment.

"Every month, on the first, Rs 2,500 will be deposited into the bank accounts of registered women" - Alka Lamba, Congress National Women's Wing President
Congress will launch 'Mai Bahan Maan Yojana' if Mahagathbandhan wins in Bihar: Alka Lamba
Patna, May 21: Congress National Women’s Wing President Alka Lamba on Wednesday announced that if the Mahagathbandhan alliance comes to power in Bihar, it will launch the 'Mai Bahan Maan Yojana', under which women will receive Rs 2,500 per month directly in their bank accounts.

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Congress announces financial support scheme for Bihar women

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Missed call registration system to be launched for scheme

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Mahagathbandhan alliance united on women's economic empowerment

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Targeting poverty and unemployment through direct bank transfers

Lamba told IANS: “Our governments in Telangana, Karnataka, Himachal Pradesh, Jharkhand, and Tamil Nadu are already providing financial support to women. In Bihar, too, women, the poor, and the underprivileged are suffering due to inflation, unemployment, and migration. They are struggling to survive.

We have decided that as soon as the Mahagathbandhan forms the government in Bihar, our first Cabinet meeting and first decision will be to implement the 'Mai Bahan Maan Yojana'. Every month, on the first, Rs 2,500 will be deposited into the bank accounts of registered women to empower them economically and help them fight poverty, inflation, and unemployment.”

Lamba also announced the launch of a missed call registration system to support the scheme’s outreach. “We have released a missed call number today. I urge all women in Bihar to give a missed call from their mobile phones. This will register them for the scheme. Once the government is formed, all registered women will receive Rs 2,500 per month. This is our guarantee,” she told IANS.

She claimed that a formal “guarantee form” will be filled out by women who register, and this form will serve as proof of their eligibility for the scheme once the Mahagathbandhan is in power.

Reacting to questions about the Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) having previously announced a similar scheme, Lamba clarified that there is no difference between the two proposals. “The alliance is united. The government will be formed together, and the decision will be a joint one. Our announcement is not separate from theirs. In fact, we welcome their initiative and have fully endorsed it. This is a collective commitment,” she concluded.

Last year, former Deputy Chief Minister Tejashwi Prasad Yadav launched 'Mai Bahan Maan Yojana' just after the launch of CM Nitish Kumar's 'Mahila Samvad Yatra.'

Reader Comments

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Rahul K.
Direct financial support for women is a great initiative! 👏 In Bihar, many households depend on women to manage expenses, especially in rural areas. Rs 2,500 monthly can make a real difference in their lives. Hope they also provide financial literacy training along with this.
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Priya M.
Another election promise? We've seen so many schemes announced before elections that never materialize. First show us the budget allocation and sustainability plan. Bihar needs long-term solutions, not just freebies during election season.
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Sanjay T.
Good to see focus on women empowerment, but why only Rs 2,500? With current inflation, this amount won't cover much. Other states give more. Also, what about ensuring the money reaches actual beneficiaries? Bihar has had issues with corruption in welfare schemes before.
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Anjali R.
As a Bihari woman, I welcome this! Many of us manage households with very little money. This support will help with children's education and health expenses. But please ensure the registration process is simple - many rural women don't have smartphones or internet access.
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Vikram S.
Interesting that both Congress and RJD are announcing same scheme. Shows alliance is working together. But I worry - where will the money come from? Bihar's finances are already stretched. We need job creation more than doles.
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Neha P.
The missed call registration is smart! Many women in my village don't know how to fill online forms. But will the money really come every month? So many schemes start well but stop payments after few months. Need proper monitoring system.

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