Archive · 25 Jul 2026
Punjab Women Benefit from DBT Scheme
The Punjab government has started a scheme to help women by putting money directly into their bank accounts.
This money is for women from different backgrounds, especially those from Scheduled Caste families.
The government has already given out ₹1,149 crore to about 33 lakh women.
Women like Sarabjit Kaur and Gagandeep Kaur say this helps them save money for important things like their children's education and household needs.
The government wants to make sure every eligible woman gets this help on time.
Axis Bank is helping with the money transfers.
Punjab government transferred ₹1,149 crore to 33 lakh women under the Mukh Mantri Mawan Dheeyan Satkar Yojana.
Women from Scheduled Caste households received ₹4,500 in three instalments, while others received ₹3,000 in three instalments.
Beneficiaries appreciate the direct transfer as it keeps money safe from being misused by male relatives.
Axis Bank is the nodal partner for handling the large-scale transfers.
The scheme aims to provide financial security and dignity to women in Punjab.
- Who
- Women in Punjab, particularly from Scheduled Caste households and other categories.
- What
- Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) under the Mukh Mantri Mawan Dheeyan Satkar Yojana.
- When
- The scheme was launched under Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann, with recent transfers made on July 24, 2026.
- Where
- Punjab, India, including districts like Gurdaspur, Sri Hargobindpur, and Ahmedgarh.
- Why
- To provide financial security and dignity to women, ensuring that the money is used for their benefit and not misused by male relatives.
Beneficiaries' Perspective
Government's Perspective
Financial Security
Beneficiaries' Perspective
Women appreciate the direct transfer as it ensures their money is safe from being misused by male relatives.
Government's Perspective
The government aims to provide financial security and dignity to women through timely assistance.
Usage of Funds
Beneficiaries' Perspective
Beneficiaries plan to use the funds for household needs, education, and other essential expenses.
Government's Perspective
The government expects the funds to be used for beneficial purposes as per the scheme's intentions.
- Total Amount Transferred
- ₹1,149 crore
- Number of Beneficiaries
- 33 lakh women
- Total Enrolled Women
- 70 lakh
- Amount for Scheduled Caste Households
- ₹4,500 in three instalments of ₹1,500 each
- Amount for Other Categories
- ₹3,000 in three instalments of ₹1,000 each
- Nodal Banking Partner
- Axis Bank
- Scheme Launched By
- Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann
- Minister for Social Security, Women and Child Development
- Dr Baljit Kaur
