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Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Mohan Yadav has committed to increasing the Ladli Behna Yojana payout to Rs 3000 per month by 2028. The current Rs 1250 aid will first rise to Rs 1500 starting this Diwali. The scheme, benefiting 1.27 crore women, has already disbursed Rs 28,000 crore since 2023. The BJP government touts it as a key achievement ahead of the 2028 elections.

Key Points: MP CM Mohan Yadav Pledges Rs 3000 Monthly for Ladli Behna Yojana by 2028

  • Rs 3000 monthly aid for 1.27 crore women by 2028
  • Current Rs 1250 to rise to Rs 1500 by Diwali
  • Scheme credited with boosting women’s financial independence
  • BJP links welfare push to 2028 election promise
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Madhya Pradesh to pay Rs 3,000 per month to 1.27cr 'Ladli Behna Yojana' beneficiaries by 2028

Madhya Pradesh CM Mohan Yadav announces Rs 3000 monthly aid for 1.27 crore Ladli Behna beneficiaries by 2028, starting with a Diwali hike to Rs 1500.

"It was in our Sankalp Patra (election manifesto) - CM Mohan Yadav"

Bhopal, June 19

Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Mohan Yadav has asserted that his government will ensure payment of Rs 3,000 per month to 1.27 crore beneficiaries of the “Ladli Behna Yojana” by 2028, an election year.

He also said that the current amount of Rs 1,250 per month will be increased to Rs 1,500 from the upcoming Diwali festival.

The announcement was made on Thursday during his virtual address from the Indore Collectorate to a state-level event in Talun village, Barwani district, organised on the occasion of World Sickle Cell Day.

President Droupadi Murmu was expected to chair the programme, but her visit was cancelled due to inclement weather.

The Chief Minister reaffirmed his government’s commitment to gradually increasing the monthly assistance to Rs 3,000 by 2028.

“It was in our Sankalp Patra (election manifesto),” CM Mohan Yadav asserted.

He noted that the scheme, which began in 2023 with Rs 1,000 per month, was raised to Rs 1,250 and will now see a further hike as part of the government’s promise to enhance women’s financial independence. He also criticised the Congress for opposing the scheme.

Due to poor weather conditions, CM Yadav was unable to travel to Barwani by helicopter and instead addressed the gathering remotely. Governor Mangubhai Patel and Deputy Chief Minister Rajendra Shukla, however, travelled by road and participated in the event on site.

The Ladli Behna Yojana, launched to support married women aged 21 to 60 from families with an annual income below Rs 2.5 lakh, has already disbursed 25 instalments, totaling over Rs 28,000 crore. The scheme has been credited with improving women’s decision-making power within households and contributing to better nutrition and education outcomes for children.

In addition to the monthly transfer, the state government recently announced a Rs 250 festive bonus for Raksha Bandhan, bringing the total disbursement for that month to Rs 1,500. The scheme’s expansion is seen as a cornerstone of the state’s social welfare strategy and a key factor in the BJP’s electoral outreach.

An impact assessment study is currently underway to evaluate how beneficiaries are utilising the funds and the broader socio-economic effects of the program. Early indicators suggest that the scheme has led to increased savings, improved access to healthcare, and greater participation of women in local governance.

The Chief Minister’s announcement comes as the state also intensifies efforts to combat sickle cell disease, particularly in tribal regions like Barwani, underscoring a dual focus on health and social equity.

- IANS

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Priyanka M.
This is a great initiative by MP govt! ₹3000/month will truly empower women in rural areas. My cousin in Indore says the existing amount has helped her pay for her daughter's school fees. Hope other states learn from this 👏
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Rahul K.
While the scheme sounds good, I worry about the fiscal burden. ₹28,000 crore already spent - where is this money coming from? Better to create jobs than give handouts. What happens after 2028 elections?
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Anjali S.
As someone from MP, I've seen first-hand how Ladli Behna has changed lives! Women in my village now have bank accounts and financial confidence. The Rakhi bonus is a sweet touch ❤️ Hope they keep their promise till 2028.
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Vikram J.
Why only married women? What about single women who need support? The age criteria (21-60) also excludes young girls who might need help for education. Scheme needs to be more inclusive.
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Sunita P.
My didi in Bhopal says the money reaches on time every month without any middlemen taking cuts. That's rare in govt schemes! Just hope the quality doesn't drop as more women are added to the program.
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Harish D.
Good scheme but implementation matters. In my district, many eligible women still haven't received benefits due to paperwork issues. Govt should focus on 100% coverage first before increasing amounts.
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Meena R.
The combo of women empowerment + sickle cell focus shows holistic thinking

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