Taking significant steps toward women’s economic empowerment, the Madhya Pradesh government has announced a series of major initiatives alongside the release of the 32nd installment of the Ladli Behna Scheme. The Chief Minister emphasized that the government’s objective goes beyond providing financial assistance—it aims to make women self-reliant and actively connected to employment and livelihood opportunities. In this direction, provisions such as enabling a monthly income of up to ₹5,000, low-interest loans, and concessions in property registration charges have been announced.
At present, eligible women in the state receive ₹1,500 per month as direct financial assistance under the Ladli Behna Scheme, credited straight to their bank accounts. This scheme has become a strong economic support system for lakhs of women across Madhya Pradesh. While releasing the 32nd installment, the Chief Minister stated that the government now intends to link this assistance with employment and livelihood generation to ensure sustainable income for women.
Chief Minister Dr. Mohan Yadav clarified that the government will not provide ₹5,000 as direct cash assistance to all women. Instead, this income level will be achieved by linking women with employment opportunities. If a woman joins a factory, industry, or any employment-related activity, the government will provide additional support of up to ₹5,000. The move is aimed at encouraging women to participate in jobs, industrial work, and self-employment ventures.
To promote women entrepreneurship, the state government has announced low-interest bank loans for women who wish to set up factories or start their own enterprises. This initiative is expected to make it easier for women to launch businesses while reducing their financial burden and improving access to credit.
In another major relief measure, the government has announced a 2 percent concession in stamp duty and registration charges if property—such as a house or land—is purchased in a woman’s name. This step is aimed at strengthening women’s financial position and increasing their ownership rights in property.
The combination of ₹1,500 monthly assistance, up to ₹5,000 income through employment, low-interest loans for enterprises, and registration fee concessions reflects a comprehensive women empowerment strategy of the Madhya Pradesh government. The focus is on transforming women from mere beneficiaries of welfare schemes into economically independent and empowered contributors to the state’s growth.
Who Will Be Eligible for These Benefits: These benefits will be available to women who are eligible beneficiaries of the Ladli Behna Scheme and are willing to engage in employment, industry, or self-employment. Only women fulfilling the eligibility criteria and conditions set by the state government will be able to avail these facilities. Detailed guidelines and procedures related to these announcements are expected to be issued in the coming days.
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Q1. Who is eligible for the Ladli Behna Scheme benefits?
Women who meet the eligibility criteria set by the Madhya Pradesh government and are registered beneficiaries of the Ladli Behna Scheme.
Q2. Will all women receive ₹5,000 directly?
No. The ₹5,000 income will be achieved through employment, industry work, or self-employment, not as direct cash support.
Q3. How much financial assistance is currently provided under the scheme?
Eligible women receive ₹1,500 per month directly into their bank accounts.
Q4. Are loans available for women entrepreneurs?
Yes, the government has announced low-interest bank loans for women to start factories or businesses.
Q5. What is the benefit of property registration in a woman’s name?
Women receive a 2% concession in stamp duty and registration charges, increasing ownership and financial security.
