Around ₹50,000 crore allocated for women-centric schemes
5 months, 3 weeks ago

Around ₹50,000 crore allocated for women-centric schemes

Hindustan Times  

Mumbai: A monthly allowance of ₹1,500 for women headlines the women-centric schemes outlined in the state budget, with the Mahayuti government looking to woo 50% of the state’s electorate ahead of the assembly elections. The total annual allocation for women-centric schemes in the state budget is around ₹50,000 crore. Apart from Ladki Bahin, the government also announced free higher education for girls from the OBC community and families with annual income below ₹8 lakh, with allocation of ₹2,000 crore. In a big relief for over 5.2 million families, the state government will provide three free gas cylinders under the Mukhyamantri Annapurna Yojana, with an estimated expenditure of ₹1,255 crore this year.

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Yearender 2024: Govt schemes empowering women - a step towards financial independence
4 days, 3 hours ago

Yearender 2024: Govt schemes empowering women - a step towards financial independence

India TV News  

As 2024 comes to an end, the year has witnessed several remarkable initiatives by the central and state governments aimed at improving the economic status of women. Mukhyamantri Mahila Samman Yojana In Delhi, the Mukhyamantri Mahila Samman Yojana was introduced to provide financial support to women in the capital. While the benefits of this scheme will be available after the …

'Ladki Bahin Yojana' gets Rs 1,400 crore as Maharashtra Assembly passes supplementary demands
4 days, 16 hours ago

'Ladki Bahin Yojana' gets Rs 1,400 crore as Maharashtra Assembly passes supplementary demands

India TV News  

Ladki Bahin Yojana in Maharashtra: The Maharashtra assembly today passed supplementary demands of Rs 33,788.40 crore, including a provision of Rs 1,400 crore for the state government's flagship 'Mukhyamantri Majhi Ladki Bahin Yojana'. In the last budget, the state government had provisioned Rs 46,000 crore for the 'Ladki Bahin Yojana', under which more than 2.5 crore women with an annual …

Delhi Mukhyamantri Mahila Samman Yojana: Women to get ₹1,000 a month, says CM Atishi; check eligibility, other details
1 week ago

Delhi Mukhyamantri Mahila Samman Yojana: Women to get ₹1,000 a month, says CM Atishi; check eligibility, other details

Live Mint  

Delhi Chief Minister Atishi recently announced the Mukhyamantri Mahila Samman Yojana that will provide financial aid for women. The scheme aims to provide monthly financial assistance of ₹1,000 to women above 18 years of age. Women who are already receiving pensions under various Delhi government pension schemes including old age pension, widow pension, or disability pension. According to the Delhi …

Why Delhi's Rs 1,000 for women scheme could be a non-starter before elections
1 week, 4 days ago

Why Delhi's Rs 1,000 for women scheme could be a non-starter before elections

India Today  

The Delhi Cabinet approved the Mukhyamantri Mahila Samman Yojna, aiming to empower women through an unconditional cash transfer scheme offering Rs 1,000. The Planning Department has raised concerns that the scheme could discourage women's participation in the labour force by making them more reliant on cash transfers instead of seeking employment. The WCD Department has proposed a contractual hiring model …

Mahila Samman Yojana: All you need to know about Rs 1000 scheme
1 week, 5 days ago

Mahila Samman Yojana: All you need to know about Rs 1000 scheme

India Today  

Former Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal announced on December 12 that Rs 1000 will be deposited monthly into the accounts of every woman above 18 years of age in the national capital under a new welfare programme, the Mahila Samman Yojana. Initially, beneficiaries will receive Rs 1000 per month, which will be increased to Rs 2100 per month if the …

Delhi financial aid scheme for women: Know eligibility criteria
1 week, 5 days ago

Delhi financial aid scheme for women: Know eligibility criteria

India Today  

Eligible women between 18 and 60 years old in Delhi can receive the benefits of the AAP government's Mukhyamantri Mahila Samman Yojna and avail a monthly allowance of Rs 1,000. Aam Aadmi Party chief Arvind Kejriwal announced that the Delhi cabinet has cleared the financial assistance proposal for women. Apart from age, women must also check other boxes to be …

Kejriwal promises Rs 2.1K per month to women if AAP wins
1 week, 5 days ago

Kejriwal promises Rs 2.1K per month to women if AAP wins

New Indian Express  

NEW DELHI: With Assembly polls coming closer, AAP supremo Arvind Kejriwal on Thursday announced the Mukhya Mantri Mahila Samman Yojana and promised to raise the monthly aid from Rs 1,000 to Rs 2,100 if his AAP voted to power. However, CM Atishi said if the Model Code of Conduct comes into force after January 13, the first installment will be …

Jharkhand government boosts women-based scheme with Rs 2,500 payout
1 week, 6 days ago

Jharkhand government boosts women-based scheme with Rs 2,500 payout

India Today  

The Hemant Soren-led government is set to disburse an enhanced amount of Rs 2,500 to beneficiaries of the Maiya Samman Yojana, a flagship scheme credited with contributing to the INDIA bloc’s significant victory in Jharkhand. In a key move during the special session of the Jharkhand Legislative Assembly, Finance Minister Radhakrishna Kishore presented a supplementary budget of Rs 11,697.45 crore …

Odisha Assembly Passes ₹12,156 Cr Supplementary Budget Amid Oppn walkout
2 weeks, 4 days ago

Odisha Assembly Passes ₹12,156 Cr Supplementary Budget Amid Oppn walkout

Deccan Chronicle  

The Odisha Legislative Assembly on Thursday evening approved the Appropriation Bill, 2024, authorizing the government to utilize ₹12,156 crore from its consolidated fund for the remaining months of the 2024-25 fiscal year. The session was marked by a walkout from the opposition BJD and Congress.Chief Minister Mohan Majhi, who also handles the finance portfolio, had presented the supplementary budget of …

This was the first time women felt valued beyond their votes: Aditi Tatkare
3 weeks, 5 days ago

This was the first time women felt valued beyond their votes: Aditi Tatkare

The Hindu  

Published : Nov 28, 2024 20:15 IST - 10 MINS READ In this edition of Frontline Conversations, former Maharashtra Women and Child Development Minister Aditi Tatkare discusses how the Ladki Bahin scheme, which provided direct cash transfers to 2.35 crore women, transformed both the economic landscape and political dynamics of the State. 2.5 lakh annually, not only empowered women with …

From Ladki Bahin in Maharashtra to Odisha’s Subhadra Yojana: Understanding finances behind women-centric poll doles
4 weeks ago

From Ladki Bahin in Maharashtra to Odisha’s Subhadra Yojana: Understanding finances behind women-centric poll doles

Live Mint  

During recent assembly elections in states like Jharkhand, Maharashtra, Odisha, etc, several political parties kept cash transfer schemes for women as one of their poll promises. Beyond Maharashtra, similar women-centric schemes have helped political parties build a solid voter base in states like Karnataka, Haryana, Madhya Pradesh, and Odisha. Maharashtra's Ladki Bahin Yojana Under the scheme, the government has promised …

Freebies help incumbent parties in Maharashtra, Jharkhand polls, but what's next?
4 weeks, 1 day ago

Freebies help incumbent parties in Maharashtra, Jharkhand polls, but what's next?

India Today  

The Bharatiya Janata Party-led Mahayuti swept Maharashtra, while the INDIA bloc retained power in Jharkhand — both proving most pollsters wrong about the magnitude of the victories. Both states will see higher fiscal pressure from increased spending on financial assistance for women, with sharp cuts in capital expenditure to keep deficits under control, according to research and investment firm Emkay …

Pre-poll populist promises key driver behind Mahayuti’s victory in Maharashtra, INDIA bloc’s win in Jharkhand: Report
4 weeks, 1 day ago

Pre-poll populist promises key driver behind Mahayuti’s victory in Maharashtra, INDIA bloc’s win in Jharkhand: Report

Live Mint  

Election Results: The Bharatiya Janta Party -led Mahayuti alliance in Maharashtra and the Jharkhand Mukti Morcha -led INDIA Bloc in Jharkhand recorded significant victories in the assembly elections. According to a report by Emkay Global Financial Services, which has been titled ‘India state elections – Incumbent sweep riding on freebie wave', pre-poll promises have been a crucial factor in electoral …

Short Edit: BJP Said 'Batenge Toh Katenge', And Nearly 50% Maharashtra Voters Agreed
1 month ago

Short Edit: BJP Said 'Batenge Toh Katenge', And Nearly 50% Maharashtra Voters Agreed

ABP News  

After nearly two hours of counting of votes in Maharashtra, Shiv Sena leader Sanjay Raut addressed the media alleging 'Kuch To Gadbad Hai'. While some credit surely goes to the Ladki Bahin Yojana, which managed to woo the women voters, the battle cry given from UP's soil — 'Batenge Toh Katenge' — too did its job well. Though the alliance …

Ladki Bahin, Maiya Yojana: How women-centric schemes shaped results in 2 states
1 month ago

Ladki Bahin, Maiya Yojana: How women-centric schemes shaped results in 2 states

India Today  

In the evolving landscape of Indian politics, one trend has become increasingly apparent: welfare schemes targeted at empowering women becoming a decisive factor in securing electoral victories. WOMEN-CENTRIC WELFARE: A MODEL FOR SUCCESS A few years ago, political analysts often criticised the lower voter turnout among women compared to men, despite women accounting for nearly half the electorate. Launched months …

INDIA bloc to pay more to women, farmers than BJP gave to its 'billionaire friends': Rahul Gandhi
1 month, 1 week ago

INDIA bloc to pay more to women, farmers than BJP gave to its 'billionaire friends': Rahul Gandhi

Deccan Chronicle  

New Delhi: Congress leader Rahul Gandhi on Tuesday said the INDIA bloc will give more money to women, youth, farmers and poor than the BJP has given to its "billionaire friends", adding that the alliance in Jharkhand has decided to hike the honorarium given to women to meet their needs to Rs 2,500.Rahul Gandhi's reiteration came a day ahead of …

MVA Promises Caste Census, Removal of 50% Reservation Cap
1 month, 1 week ago

MVA Promises Caste Census, Removal of 50% Reservation Cap

Deccan Chronicle  

Mumbai: In a major announcement, the Maha Vikas Aghadi has promised to perform a caste-based census and remove the 50 percent cap on reservations in Maharashtra if the opposition alliance comes to power in the upcoming Vidhan Sabha polls. This census is not aimed at dividing people, but to understand the status of various communities, ensuring they receive more benefits,” …

BJP’s Amit Shah unveils ’Sankalp Patra’ for Maharashtra Election; promises farm loan waivers, ₹2,100 monthly for women
1 month, 2 weeks ago

BJP’s Amit Shah unveils ’Sankalp Patra’ for Maharashtra Election; promises farm loan waivers, ₹2,100 monthly for women

Live Mint  

Maharashtra Elections: Union Home Minister Amit Shah launched the Bharatiya Janata Party’s manifesto for the upcoming Maharashtra Assembly elections in Mumbai, focusing on ambitious development goals and financial support for various demographics. Maharashtra Elections: Key Promises in BJP's ‘Sankalp Patra’ The BJP’s 'Sankalp Patra' promises a comprehensive plan aimed at promoting growth and addressing citizens' needs, with a strong emphasis …

BJP Promised Rs 15 Lakh in 2014 But Came Down to Rs 1,500: Aaditya on Ladki Bahin Scheme
1 month, 2 weeks ago

BJP Promised Rs 15 Lakh in 2014 But Came Down to Rs 1,500: Aaditya on Ladki Bahin Scheme

Deccan Chronicle  

Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar: Shiv Sena leader Aaditya Thackeray on Thursday said the BJP had promised to give Rs 15 lakh to people in 2014, but came down to providing Rs 1,500 through the Ladki Bahin scheme. But now it has come down to Rs 1,500 through the implementation of the Ladki Bahin scheme. If it retains power, it will bring down …

Maharashtra Polls: Mahayuti Unveils 10 Guarantees, Promises 25 Lakh Jobs
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Maharashtra Polls: Mahayuti Unveils 10 Guarantees, Promises 25 Lakh Jobs

ABP News  

Maharashtra's Mahayuti alliance unveils a comprehensive manifesto, promising significant economic relief, employment generation, and social welfare measures. The key highlights include increased monthly allowances for women, recruitment of 25,000 policewomen, a farm loan waiver, enhanced pension for senior citizens, and a focus on rural infrastructure and sustainable development.

MVA Set to Announce Five Welfare Guarantees Ahead of Maharashtra Assembly Elections
1 month, 2 weeks ago

MVA Set to Announce Five Welfare Guarantees Ahead of Maharashtra Assembly Elections

India Today  

The Maha Vikas Aghadi (MVA) alliance is expected to announce several welfare guarantees ahead of the Maharashtra Assembly elections on Wednesday. These guarantees include a welfare scheme similar to the Gruha Laxmi scheme in Karnataka, a farm loan waiver scheme, and a scheme to counter the Ladki Bahin scheme.

Mahayuti's Welfare Schemes: A Mixed Bag of Promises and Performance
1 month, 4 weeks ago

Mahayuti's Welfare Schemes: A Mixed Bag of Promises and Performance

Live Mint  

The article discusses the promises made by the Maharashtra government and their performance. It highlights that several schemes, such as the Mukhyamantri Ladki Bahin Yojana, have been implemented, while others, such as the Unified Pension Scheme (UPS), have not. The article also mentions the government's decision to waive toll for light motor vehicles entering Mumbai, which is expected to benefit …

Adequate funds secured for ‘Ladki Bahin’ scheme: Ajit Pawar
2 months, 2 weeks ago

Adequate funds secured for ‘Ladki Bahin’ scheme: Ajit Pawar

Hindustan Times  

PUNE Maharashtra deputy chief minister Ajit Pawar on Thursday claimed that sufficient financial resources have been allocated for the ‘Ladki Bahin Yojana.’ Maharashtra deputy chief minister Ajit Pawar on Thursday claimed that sufficient financial resources have been allocated for the ‘Ladki Bahin Yojana’. ) The ‘Mukhyamantri Majhi Ladki Bahin Yojana,’ a key initiative of the Eknath Shinde-led government, provides eligible …

Third Instalment of Maharashtra's 'Majhi Ladki Bahin' Yojana Set for September Payout as Polls Loom
3 months ago

Third Instalment of Maharashtra's 'Majhi Ladki Bahin' Yojana Set for September Payout as Polls Loom

News 18  

The ‘Majhi Ladki Bahin’ scheme, initiated by the Mahayuti government in its last Interim Budget presented after the Lok Sabha elections 2024, is being viewed as a potential vote-winner for the alliance, which is keen to regain power in the state. Since its launch, the Chief Minister’s ‘Majhi Ladki Bahin Yojana’ has reached thousands of women across Maharashtra, providing crucial …

PM Modi launches Subhadra, Odisha’s financial assistance scheme for women
3 months, 1 week ago

PM Modi launches Subhadra, Odisha’s financial assistance scheme for women

The Hindu  

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday launched the Subhadra Scheme, under which more than one crore women will receive ₹50,000 each over a five-year period. In its first Cabinet meeting, chaired by Chief Minister Mohan Majhi, the BJP government announced that the financial assistance under the Subhadra Scheme would be rolled out within the first 100 days of assuming office. …

'If People Give Us A Bigger Mandate...': CM Shinde's Promise Ahead Of Maharashtra Polls
3 months, 1 week ago

'If People Give Us A Bigger Mandate...': CM Shinde's Promise Ahead Of Maharashtra Polls

ABP News  

Mumbai: Maharashtra Chief Minister Eknath Shinde on Saturday said if people give a "bigger mandate" to the ruling Mahayuti in the upcoming state polls, the government would double the 'Ladki Bahin' scheme's monthly financial assistance amount to Rs 3,000. At present, the government pays Rs 1,500 per month to the beneficiaries of the 'Mukhyamantri Majhi Ladki Bahin Yojana', the Mahayuti …

President Droupadi Murmu praises Maharashtra's Ladki Bahin scheme
3 months, 2 weeks ago

President Droupadi Murmu praises Maharashtra's Ladki Bahin scheme

Hindustan Times  

Mumbai: President Droupadi Murmu commended the Maharashtra government on Wednesday for implementing various women-centric schemes, including the Mukhyamantri Majhi Ladki Bahin Yojna. On the third day of her Maharashtra tour, the president visited Udgir in Latur district to inaugurate a Buddha Vihar and participate in a government function where certificates were distributed to beneficiaries of various women's schemes such as …

We’re working with all states to ensure women’s security: PM
3 months, 4 weeks ago

We’re working with all states to ensure women’s security: PM

Hindustan Times  

Mumbai: Prime minister Narendra Modi on Sunday said the safety and security of women is a top priority of the central government and it would help state governments in every way to prevent atrocities against women and eradicate the sinful mentality behind such incidents from society. HT Image “I understand the pain and anguish of my sisters and daughters, irrespective …

Give Us Strength And See Ladki Bahin Scheme Aid Increase, Maharashtra CM Shinde Tells Women
4 months ago

Give Us Strength And See Ladki Bahin Scheme Aid Increase, Maharashtra CM Shinde Tells Women

News 18  

The financial aid under the Ladki Bahin Yojana will increase if “beloved sisters give us strength”, Maharashtra Chief Minister Eknath Shinde said on Sunday. If you give us strength, the money will increase,” Shinde said at the launch of the scheme in Satara, his statement an apparent call for support in the Maharashtra assembly polls that are likely to be …

Clamour for Ladki Bahin scheme sparks hope of Mahayuti’s revival
4 months, 1 week ago

Clamour for Ladki Bahin scheme sparks hope of Mahayuti’s revival

Hindustan Times  

Mumbai/ Pune: At a recent Congress membership drive camp in Mumbai, there was a beeline to collect forms—not for party membership though. On June 28, following a disastrous showing in the Lok Sabha elections winning 17 of 48 seats, the Maharashtra ruling alliance launched Mukhyamantri Majhi Ladki Bahin Yojana. “My daughter filed her application through her mobile but when she …

Maharashtra: Fadnavis Defends Ladki Bahin Scheme Amid Controversy
4 months, 1 week ago

Maharashtra: Fadnavis Defends Ladki Bahin Scheme Amid Controversy

Deccan Chronicle  

Mumbai: Alarmed over the backlash on talks that Ladki Bahin Yojana’s money will be taken back after the Vidhan Sabha polls, Maharashtra deputy chief minister and BJP leader Devendra Fadnavis on Tuesday went into a damage control mood and termed the scheme as a ‘Bhai Dooj’ gift for women. Fadnavis’ comments came a day after BJP supporter independent MLA Ravi …

MP Govt announces Raksha Bandhan gift to Ladli Behnas
5 months ago

MP Govt announces Raksha Bandhan gift to Ladli Behnas

Deccan Chronicle  

Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Mohan Yadav on Tuesday announced a ‘Raksha Bandhan’ gift of Rs 250 each to the beneficiaries of ‘Laldli Behna’ scheme that had proved a game changer for the ruling BJP in the state in the last year’s Assembly elections. Around 90 lakh women in Madhya Pradesh have been covered under the ‘Ladli Behna’ scheme, launched by …

Budget 2024 for Women: ₹3 lakh crore for schemes benefiting women and girls
5 months ago

Budget 2024 for Women: ₹3 lakh crore for schemes benefiting women and girls

The Hindu  

The first Union budget of the Modi 3.0 government saw a concerted effort at women-led development, with the Finance Minister announcing more than ₹3 lakh crore for schemes benefiting women and girls, and promised a look at further lowering duties for properties purchased by women. The allocations for schemes coming under the Women and Child Development Ministry, including ‘Samarthya’, ‘Swadhar …

Hostel initiative, Rs 3 lakh crore for girl-centric schemes, and more: How Budget 2024 provides a boost to women
5 months ago

Hostel initiative, Rs 3 lakh crore for girl-centric schemes, and more: How Budget 2024 provides a boost to women

Firstpost  

Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman’s seventh straight budget, announced on Tuesday, focused on four areas: the poor, women, youth and farmers. To promote women’s participation in the workforce, the finance minister said the Centre would also set up working women hostels and crèches Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman presents the Union Budget 2024-25 in Lok Sabha, in New Delhi, Tuesday, July …

‘Ladla Bhau’ scheme for Maharastra youth
5 months ago

‘Ladla Bhau’ scheme for Maharastra youth

New Indian Express  

MUMBAI: Over to the ‘bhau’ after ‘behna.’ The Eknath Shinde-led Mahayuti dispensation has given a family touch to the government largesse months before the state Assembly polls. The Ladla Bhau Yojana stipulates that the unemployed 12th pass will get Rs 6,000 stipend, diploma holders Rs 8,000 and jobless graduates Rs 10,000. “We started crop insurance for just one rupee, free …

Women throng Setu Kendras for Majhi Ladki Bahin Yojana, farm & MNREGA work affected
5 months, 2 weeks ago

Women throng Setu Kendras for Majhi Ladki Bahin Yojana, farm & MNREGA work affected

Hindustan Times  

With women across the state thronging ‘Setu Suvidha Kendras’ to avail the benefits of the state government’s ‘Majhi Laadki Bahin Yojana ’, farm- and MNREGA- work is now witnessing a shortage of manpower. Women in the age group of 21 to 60 years eligible for the ‘Majhi Laadki Bahin’ scheme will receive ₹ 1,500 per month from the government. Women …

Delhi government reviews similar plans to roll out ₹1000 Mahila Samman Yojana
5 months, 2 weeks ago

Delhi government reviews similar plans to roll out ₹1000 Mahila Samman Yojana

Hindustan Times  

The Delhi government has started formulating the policy and finetuning the conditions for the Mahila Samman Yojana, a scheme to provide financial assistance of ₹1,000 per month to every woman in the city. In a similar scheme in MP, women in the age group 23-60 years receive ₹1,000 per month if they do not pay income tax and their annual …

Maharashtra budget: A pre-poll strategic play of social engineering
5 months, 3 weeks ago

Maharashtra budget: A pre-poll strategic play of social engineering

The Hindu  

The budget presented by the Mahayuti government in Maharashtra last week ahead of the upcoming Assembly election reflects the outgoing dispensation’s attempts to balance or at least project a semblance of social engineering with populist schemes. Targeting ‘silent’ voters The introduction of the Mukhya Mantri Majhi Ladki Bahin, based on neighbouring BJP-ruled Madhya Pradesh’s popular Ladli Behna Yojana, aims to …

Chhattisgarh deputy CM downplays Congress’ ‘Nari Nyay’ impact
9 months, 1 week ago

Chhattisgarh deputy CM downplays Congress’ ‘Nari Nyay’ impact

The Hindu  

Playing down the potential impact of Congress’ ‘Nari Nyay’ guarantees for women on the upcoming Lok Sabha election, Chhattisgarh Deputy Chief Minister Vijay Sharma said that it was about “faith and not statistics” regarding such assurances. While the Ministers had described the Mahtari Vandan Yojana, a financial assistance scheme for married women, as a major achievement so far, the ‘Nari …

International women's day 2024: Key state government schemes for females
9 months, 2 weeks ago

International women's day 2024: Key state government schemes for females

Hindustan Times  

International Women's Day 2024: International Women's Day is celebrated on March 8. Here's a look at important state government initiatives for women: International Women's Day 2024: Here's a look at important state government initiatives for women Delhi- Mukhyamantri Mahila Samman Yojana: The programme has been introduced by the Delhi government. As per the scheme, every woman above 18 years of …

Delhi budget: Atishi announces monthly assistance of ₹1,000 for women above 18
9 months, 2 weeks ago

Delhi budget: Atishi announces monthly assistance of ₹1,000 for women above 18

The Hindu  

Delhi Finance Minister Atishi on Monday announced the launch of ‘Mukhyamantri Mahila Samman Yojana’ under which women above 18 will be given ₹1,000 monthly from the fiscal year 2024-25. Presenting the budget for the financial year 2024-25 in the Delhi Assembly with an outlay of ₹76,000 crore, Ms. Atishi said more than 50 lakh women will benefit from the scheme, …

Uttar Pradesh Finance Minister Suresh Kumar Khanna presents ₹7.36 lakh crore budget for FY-25 in State Assembly
10 months, 2 weeks ago

Uttar Pradesh Finance Minister Suresh Kumar Khanna presents ₹7.36 lakh crore budget for FY-25 in State Assembly

The Hindu  

Uttar Pradesh Finance Minister Suresh Kumar Khanna on February 5 presented the budget for financial year 2024-25 in the State Assembly with an outlay of ₹7.36 lakh crore, higher from current fiscal's budget of ₹6.90 lakh crore. The total outlay of ₹7,36,437.71 crore for the next fiscal includes new schemes worth ₹24,863.57 crore, the State Finance Minister said while presenting …

Budget 2024: Saksham Anganwadi and Poshan 2.0 scheme gets ₹21,200 crore
10 months, 3 weeks ago

Budget 2024: Saksham Anganwadi and Poshan 2.0 scheme gets ₹21,200 crore

Live Mint  

New Delhi: The interim budget on Thursday provided a 3% boost to ₹21,200 crore, for the next financial year, for the women and child development ministry’s integrated Saksham Anganwadi and Poshan 2.0 scheme. “Upgradation of anganwadi centres under Saksham Anganwadi and Poshan 2.0 will be expedited for improved nutrition delivery, early childhood care and development.” Mint had reported on 18 …

“Ladli Behna”, a financial scheme is at the heart of MP govt’s outreach to women as polls approach
1 year, 4 months ago

“Ladli Behna”, a financial scheme is at the heart of MP govt’s outreach to women as polls approach

Hindustan Times  

BHOPAL: Billboards promising to triple the monthly aid to eligible women under an ongoing welfare programme run by Madhya Pradesh’s ruling Bharatiya Janata Party has sparked hope: More money to feed the kids, a well-stocked kitchen and, perhaps, that occasional new sari. In June, the Shivraj Singh Chouhan government rolled out a monthly dole disbursed under the “Mukhyamantri Ladli Behna” …

Vishwakarma Yojana soon for artisans, says PM Modi
1 year, 4 months ago

Vishwakarma Yojana soon for artisans, says PM Modi

The Hindu  

Prime Minister Narendra Modi, in his Independence Day address to the nation from the ramparts of the Red Fort on Tuesday, announced schemes for artisans — Vishwakarma Yojana — with an allocation of around ₹13,000 crore to ₹15,000 crore to help skill development among youth who are engaged in traditional artisan works. Mr. Modi said ‘Vishwakarma Yojana’, is planned to …

About ₹160.97 crore has been given to girl students till date under the ‘Pudhumai Penn’ scheme, the State government said on Saturday.
1 year, 4 months ago

About ₹160.97 crore has been given to girl students till date under the ‘Pudhumai Penn’ scheme, the State government said on Saturday.

The Hindu  

About ₹160.97 crore has been given to girl students till date under the ‘Pudhumai Penn’ scheme, the State government said on Saturday. Recognising the low enrolment ratio of girl students from government schools in higher education and to promote it among girls belonging to the economically weaker families, the Moovalur Ramamirtham Ammaiyar Marriage Assistance scheme was transformed as the Moovalur …

Sops for women: Professional tax exemption, 50% discount in ST bus fare
1 year, 9 months ago

Sops for women: Professional tax exemption, 50% discount in ST bus fare

Hindustan Times  

From the next financial year, women earning up to ₹25,000 a month will not have to pay professional tax while all women can travel in the MSRTC buses at half the ticket fare. These were among a slew of announcements made in Eknath Shinde-Devendra Fadnavis government’s first budget, which targeted women from rural areas, working class and under-privileged families. Deputy …

Maharashtra budget: Financial aid for girls, cash for farmers. Top points
1 year, 9 months ago

Maharashtra budget: Financial aid for girls, cash for farmers. Top points

Hindustan Times  

Maharashtra deputy chief minister Devendra Fadnavis on Thursday presented the state budget based on the principle of ‘Panchamrut’ and dedicated to farmers, women, youth, employment and environment. The Maharashtra government has announced ₹6000 annual cash benefit to 1.15 crore farmers on the lines of PM Kisan Yojana. Mediclaim cover given to BPL families under Mahatma Phule Jivandayee Yojana has been …

MP govt’s ₹3.14 lakh crore budget focuses on women, tribals and religion
1 year, 9 months ago

MP govt’s ₹3.14 lakh crore budget focuses on women, tribals and religion

Hindustan Times  

Madhya Pradesh finance minister Jagdish Deoda presented a revenue surplus budget of over ₹3.14 lakh crore on Wednesday in the state assembly ahead of the December polls. Madhya Pradesh finance minister Jagdish Deoda presented the state budget today With a special focus on women, tribals and religion, Deoda announced schemes for giving scooty and skill upgradation stipends to girl students, …

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