Mukhyamantri Majhi Ladki Bahin Yojana: Scheme Will Continue, Not Being Discontinued — Official Clarification
The popular Mukhyamantri Majhi Ladki Bahin Yojana, which provides ₹1,500 per month to eligible women in Maharashtra, has recently been surrounded by rumours claiming that the government plans to discontinue it. However, Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde has clarified that these reports are false and that the scheme will continue as before.
According to Shinde, the Ladki Bahin Yojana has played a crucial role in providing direct financial assistance to lakhs of women across the state. He added that the program has not only helped women achieve financial independence but also strengthened public support for the ruling coalition during elections.
Relief for Flood-Affected Women
In October 2025, state minister Aditi Tatkare announced an extension of the e-KYC deadline by 15 days for women living in flood-affected regions. Earlier, beneficiaries were required to complete e-KYC verification by November. With this extension, women now have additional time to complete the process without facing difficulties.
Why is e-KYC Important?
The Maharashtra government has made e-KYC (electronic Know Your Customer) verification mandatory for all beneficiaries to ensure transparency and prevent fraudulent claims.
As per the official order issued in September, beneficiaries were given two months to complete this verification process. The goal is to make sure that only genuine and eligible women receive the benefits directly into their bank accounts.
Step-by-Step Process for e-KYC
To complete your e-KYC for the Majhi Ladki Bahin Yojana, follow these steps:
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Visit the official website: https://ladakibahin.maharashtra.gov.in
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Click on the ‘e-KYC’ banner on the homepage.
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Enter your Aadhaar number and captcha code, then click on ‘Send OTP’.
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Enter the OTP received on your Aadhaar-linked mobile number and click Submit.
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If your e-KYC is already completed, a message will appear stating “e-KYC has already been completed.”
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If not, you’ll be prompted to enter your husband’s or father’s Aadhaar number and repeat the process.
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Select your caste category and confirm that no member of your family is in a government job or receiving a pension.
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After verifying all details, click Submit. A confirmation message will appear once your e-KYC verification is successful.
Scheme Benefits
Under the Mukhyamantri Majhi Ladki Bahin Yojana, women aged 21 to 65 years are eligible to receive ₹1,500 per month as direct financial assistance.
The amount is transferred directly to beneficiaries’ bank accounts via the DBT (Direct Benefit Transfer) system, ensuring complete transparency and eliminating middlemen.
Key Takeaways
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The Ladki Bahin Yojana is not being discontinued — it will continue as per government confirmation.
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The scheme aims to empower women by offering monthly financial support of ₹1,500.
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Beneficiaries must complete their e-KYC to continue receiving funds.
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The government has provided deadline extensions for women in flood-affected areas to ease the verification process.
In short, women enrolled under the Mukhyamantri Majhi Ladki Bahin Yojana can rest assured — the scheme remains active, and the government is committed to ensuring every eligible woman continues to receive timely financial assistance.
