The Lakshmi Bhandar Scheme, aimed at empowering women in West Bengal, offers financial assistance. Check out the latest updates and benefits of the scheme for eligible women.
Meanwhile, a BJP MP has written a letter to Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee requesting an increase in the allocation for this scheme.
BJP MP from Purulia, Jyotirmoy Singh Mahato, has urged the Chief Minister to increase the Lakshmi Bhandar amount from 1,000 to 2,000 rupees.
Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee launched the Lakshmi Bhandar project ahead of the 2021 assembly elections. This initiative is primarily designed to promote the socio-economic development of women in the state.
Initially, under this project, women in the state were provided with 500 rupees per month. Later, the amount was increased to 1000 rupees per month.
On the other hand, it was decided to provide 1200 rupees to women from the Scheduled Castes. Now, there is a demand to increase this amount further.
The 'Ladki-Bahin Yojana' has been launched in Maharashtra, inspired by the 'Lakshmi Bhandar' scheme. Under this initiative, 1500 rupees are credited to women's accounts every month.
However, over time, several changes have been made to the rules. Those who now avail of the Lakshmi Bhandar scheme must adhere to these updated guidelines.
For instance, the scheme does not apply to employed women. Additionally, those availing of this benefit must have a bank account in their own name, and their KYC must be updated. Only after meeting these requirements will the Lakshmi Bhandar amount be credited.
Amidst all these developments, the demand to increase the financial assistance under this project has emerged. Only time will tell how this issue unfolds.
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