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Maharashtra Extends e-KYC Deadline: Relief for Ladki Bahin Yojana Beneficiaries

The Maharashtra government has extended the e-KYC deadline for Ladki Bahin Yojana beneficiaries until December 31. This decision comes after widespread disruptions caused by natural disasters and technical challenges across several districts. Many women faced difficulties completing verification due to destroyed documents and OTP delivery failures. The government has introduced special provisions for women with unique circumstances to ensure no eligible beneficiary misses out on scheme benefits.

Key Points: Maharashtra Extends Ladki Bahin Yojana e-KYC Deadline to Dec 31

  • Deadline extended from November 18 to December 31 for e-KYC completion
  • Relief provided due to natural disasters destroying documents and networks
  • Special provisions for women with deceased husbands' Aadhaar-linked numbers
  • Divorced women must submit court orders for verification
  • Government ensures no eligible woman denied benefits
  • Technical challenges included OTP delivery failures in rural areas
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Maha govt extends e-KYC deadline for Ladki Bahin Yojana till Dec

Maharashtra government extends Ladki Bahin Yojana e-KYC deadline to December 31, providing relief to women affected by natural disasters and technical challenges.

"Our priority is that every eligible woman receives justice. No beneficiary should miss out on the scheme due to technical issues, loss of documents, or circumstances beyond their control. - Aditi Tatkare"

Mumbai, Nov 17

The Maharashtra government on Monday, in a bid to provide relief to beneficiaries of the Ladki Bahin Yojana, has extended the deadline for completing the mandatory e-KYC process till December 31 this year.

The earlier deadline of November 18 has been officially pushed forward following widespread disruptions caused by recent natural disasters and technical challenges faced by women across several districts.

The announcement was made by Women & Child Development Minister Aditi Tatkare.

According to Minister Tatkare, the e-KYC verification under the popular women-centric scheme has been progressing rapidly across the state.

However, many districts recently witnessed severe natural disasters that destroyed homes, communication networks and essential documents, leaving several families struggling to complete basic formalities.

A significant number of women reported difficulties receiving the necessary OTPs required for Aadhaar-based verification, particularly in cases where the Aadhaar-linked mobile number belonged to their deceased husbands or fathers.

“In many such situations, completing the e-KYC within the earlier deadline became impossible,” the Minister said.

“Considering these genuine hardships, the Government felt it necessary to extend the timeline.”

The decision was taken after a review of the challenges faced on the ground. Officials said the leadership was clear that no eligible woman should be denied benefits due to technical or unavoidable reasons.

“The extended deadline will provide much-needed relief and ensure that lakhs of women can complete the verification process smoothly, safeguarding their continued access to the benefits of the Ladki Bahin Yojana,” said Minister Tatkare.

The government has also clarified documentation requirements for women who may face OTP-related hurdles. Women whose husbands or fathers are not alive will be required to complete their individual e-KYC and submit a certified copy of the relevant death certificate.

Divorced women must provide a divorce certificate or court order to verify their eligibility. This measure aims to ensure accurate verification while offering flexibility to those facing unique personal circumstances, said the release issued by the Minister Tatkare’s office.

Reiterating the Government’s commitment to women’s welfare, Minister Tatkare stated, “Our priority is that every eligible woman receives justice. No beneficiary should miss out on the scheme due to technical issues, loss of documents, or circumstances beyond their control.”

She further appealed to beneficiaries to complete their e-KYC within the extended period to avoid last-minute delays.

- IANS

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Rohit P
Good move by the government. Many women in rural areas don't have smartphones or stable internet connection. The OTP system creates unnecessary hurdles. Hope they make the process even simpler in future.
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Aditi M
While I appreciate the extension, why does the government always wait till the last minute? They knew about the floods weeks ago. Better planning would prevent such panic among beneficiaries. Still, better late than never!
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Sarah B
As someone working with women's self-help groups in Maharashtra, I've seen firsthand how important this scheme is. The documentation flexibility for widows and divorced women is much needed. Hope the awareness reaches all remote areas.
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Vikram M
My mother finally completed her e-KYC today! The extension gave us time to arrange all documents. The local Anganwadi worker was very helpful in guiding us through the process. Good to see schemes actually reaching people.
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Kavya N
The government should set up special camps in flood-affected areas with mobile vans. Many women don't know about this extension or how to complete the process. On-ground awareness is crucial for such schemes to be successful.

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