Bhopal: In a significant move to support women beneficiaries, the Madhya Pradesh government, led by Chief Minister Mohan Yadav, has approved an increase in the monthly financial assistance under the Ladli Bahna scheme from Rs. 1,250 to Rs. 1,500. The decision was taken in a cabinet meeting chaired by the Chief Minister, paving the way for beneficiaries to receive the revised amount starting this month.
Enhanced Benefits for Over 1.26 Crore Women
A government official stated that over 1.26 crore women beneficiaries will now receive the increased financial support. The Rs. 250 hike per month will result in an additional expenditure of Rs. 1,793.75 crore for the state government. With this increase, the total estimated expenditure for the Ladli Bahna scheme in 2025-26 rises to Rs. 20,450.99 crore.
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CM Mohan Yadav’s Prior Announcement
The Chief Minister had previously indicated the plan to increase the assistance during a public event in Shivpuri on October 12, 2025, stating that the upcoming Bhai Dooj and Diwali festivals would bring good news for women under the scheme. With the cabinet’s approval, the announcement has now been formalized, ensuring that beneficiaries will receive the enhanced amount without delay.
Background of the Ladli Bahna Scheme
The Ladli Bahna scheme was initially launched on June 10, 2023, by former Chief Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan, providing a monthly assistance of Rs. 1,000 to women beneficiaries. The scheme was first revised in September 2023, increasing the monthly support to Rs. 1,250. Since its launch, the program has been a key welfare initiative aimed at empowering women in Madhya Pradesh, and it is also considered politically significant for the ruling party in the state.
Financial and Social Impact
The increase in monthly assistance highlights the government’s commitment to women’s welfare and financial empowerment. The additional Rs. 250 per month per beneficiary will provide tangible support to families across the state. Analysts say that the enhanced benefits are likely to improve the scheme’s reach and effectiveness, positively impacting women from diverse socio-economic backgrounds.
