'Ladki Bahin Yojana Never Discontinued': Maharashtra Deputy CM Eknath Shinde Amid Criticism

Thane: Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde stated that the Ladki Bahin Yojana for Women will continue uninterrupted. Shinde was present at the event in Thane on Monday and said that the Ladki Bahin Yojana scheme will continue without interruption, according to news agency PTI. Under the existing scheme, women receive Rs 1,500 in support each month.

What Exactly Dy CM said?

Eknath Shinde, the deputy chief minister of Maharashtra, confirmed the Mahayuti government's dedication to women's welfare by stating that the Ladki Bahin program will continue uninterrupted. The Ladki Bahin scheme is widely credited with having contributed to the BJP-led coalition's big win in the state assembly polls in November 2024.

Under the scheme, women receive Rs 1,500 in support each month. Members of the ruling Mahayuti include the Shinde-led Shiv Sena and the Ajit Pawar-led NCP. Shinde mentioned at a Thane city event on Monday night, "The Mahayuti government would never allow the Ladki Bahin scheme to be discontinued."

Highlights About Cluster Development

He spoke about issues pertaining to unfinished housing developments in Maharashtra, Thane, Pune, and Mumbai. Development projects that had been put on hold for more than 25 years will now be finished on schedule, the minister promised.

Shinde mentioned, "The cluster scheme will provide a comprehensive solution for all types of rehabilitation and development, ensuring that every affected family receives the benefits they deserve," he said.

Taking a dig at political opponents, Shinde said his government does not merely show pictures and make grand announcements but takes action and delivers results. "Now that I am the housing minister, I will ensure that long-pending projects finally see the light of day and are completed on time," according to PTI.