Maharashtra Govt Makes e-KYC Mandatory for Ladki Bahin Yojana Beneficiaries

The Maharashtra government has issued a government resolution (GR) making e-KYC compulsory for women enrolled in the Mukhyamantri Majhi Ladki Bahin Yojana. Beneficiaries have been given two months to complete the verification process.

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Ladki Bahin Yojana Scheme Benefits Explained

Under the Ladki Bahin Yojana, women aged 21–65 years with an annual family income of less than Rs.2.5 lakh receive a monthly assistance of Rs.1,500. The scheme was launched in July 2024 and currently supports 2.25 crore women across the state.

Easy Online Verification

Women and Child Development Minister Aditi Tatkare announced that the e-KYC facility is available on the official portal — ladakibahin.maharashtra.gov.in. She urged beneficiaries to complete the process within the next two months to ensure smooth transfer of funds.

Yearly Verification Needed

According to the GR, Aadhaar-based authentication must be done not just once but every year. Failure to complete e-KYC will lead to withholding of benefits. This move is aimed at maintaining transparency and preventing ineligible claims.

Tackling Fake Beneficiaries

The government recently revealed that around 26.34 lakh ineligible individuals, including men, had enrolled and availed benefits. The compulsory e-KYC process is expected to weed out such cases and ensure rightful beneficiaries continue receiving support.

Benefits Beyond This Scheme

Minister Tatkare also added that the verified e-KYC data will help women easily access other government schemes in the future, making welfare distribution more efficient and transparent.

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