Archive · 29 May 2025
Maharashtra Government Defends Ladki Bahin Scheme Funding
The Maharashtra government is giving money to a scheme called Ladki Bahin, which helps women by giving them money each month.
The government has allocated more money to the scheme through the Tribal Development Department.
Some people are worried because the money comes from a department that is meant to help specific groups.
The Chief Minister says it is not a problem, but others are concerned it might take away money from other important programs for the same groups of people.
The Maharashtra government allocated Rs 335.7 crore to the Ladki Bahin Scheme through the Tribal Development Department.
This is the third such transfer, bringing the total diverted funds to Rs 1,007.1 crore.
Chief Minister Fadnavis stated that there was no wrongdoing, with funds disbursed as per budgetary rules.
The Opposition raised concerns, arguing this could undermine welfare programs for Dalit and tribal populations.
NITI Aayog had previously prohibited the diversion of funds earmarked for Scheduled Castes and Tribes.
- Who
- The Maharashtra government, led by Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis.
- What
- The Maharashtra government allocated funds to the Mukhyamantri Majhi Ladki Bahin Scheme.
- When
- The allocation was approved in May 2025.
- Where
- Maharashtra
- Why
- The funds are for the Ladki Bahin Scheme.
Opposition's Concerns
Government's Stance
Fund Allocation
Opposition's Concerns
Funds were diverted from other departments, potentially undermining welfare programs for Dalit and tribal populations.
Government's Stance
Funds were disbursed through Tribal Affairs and Social Justice Departments according to budgetary norms.
- Allocation Amount
- Rs 335.7 crore
- Approval Date
- May 2025
- Ladki Bahin Scheme Benefit
- Rs 1,500 per month
- Beneficiaries
- 2.34 crore
- 2024-25 Budget Allocation
- Rs 36,000 crore