- More than 26.34 lakh beneficiaries of the Mukhyamantri Majhi Ladki Bahin Yojana in Maharashtra have been temporarily suspended after a verification check.
- Eligible women aged 21 to 65 with an annual family income below Rs 2.50 lakh get Rs 1,500 monthly under the scheme.
- Suspended accounts are being double-checked for reinstatement, and those making false claims may face penalties.
Mukhyamantri Majhi Ladki Bahin Yojana keeps supporting women’s economic independence across Maharashtra. This scheme gives Rs 1,500 monthly financial help to eligible women aged between 21 and 65 years. But a recent verification check led to the suspension of 26.34 lakh beneficiaries found not eligible. The government’s verification and suspension update explains who qualifies for the scheme and how reinstatement is moving forward.
Who Can Apply for Mukhyamantri Majhi Ladki Bahin Yojana?
To qualify for the Mukhyamantri Majhi Ladki Bahin Yojana and receive the Rs 1,500 monthly benefit through direct benefit transfer (DBT), you need to meet these conditions:
- You must be a resident of Maharashtra.
- Women who are married, widowed, divorced, abandoned, or destitute can apply, plus only one unmarried woman per family.
- You should be between 21 and 65 years old.
- You must have your own bank account linked with Aadhaar.
- Your family’s annual income should not be more than Rs 2.50 lakh.
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Who Can’t Apply for the Scheme?
The scheme does not include applicants if:
- Your family’s combined annual income is more than Rs 2.50 lakh.
- Any family member is an income taxpayer.
- Any family member is a regular or permanent employee of a government department or public board, or a government pensioner. Contractual employees with income up to Rs 2.50 lakh can still apply.
- You’re already receiving Rs 1,500 or more per month under other government financial schemes.
- Your family has current or former MPs or MLAs.
- Family members are Chairman, Vice Chairman, Director, or Member of government boards, corporations, or undertakings.
- Your family owns four-wheeled vehicles (except tractors) registered in their name.
Why Were 26.34 Lakh Beneficiaries Temporarily Suspended?
After a detailed verification by the Department of Women and Child Development using information from different government departments, it was found that some people were wrongly getting benefits. Some families had multiple beneficiaries, some men applied, and others got help from multiple schemes at the same time.
Because of this, benefits were temporarily suspended for about 26.34 lakh beneficiaries starting June 2025. Meanwhile, around 2.25 crore eligible women continued to get their payments for the month.
How Are Suspended Accounts Being Checked and Reinstated?
District collectors are checking suspended accounts. They will confirm who is eligible and restart the Rs 1,500 monthly payments for those who qualify. This process makes sure the right applicants keep benefiting without break, while stopping misuse.
What Happens If False Claims Are Found?
Those who gave false information or wrongly claimed benefits may face penalties from the Maharashtra government. Officials are discussing with Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis, Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde, and Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar to finalize these steps.
If you or someone you know has had payments suspended, it’s best to stay in touch with your district collector’s office for updates on the verification and reinstatement process.
| Key Information | Details |
|---|---|
| Scheme Name | Mukhyamantri Majhi Ladki Bahin Yojana |
| Monthly Benefit | Rs 1,500 |
| Eligible Age | 21 to 65 years |
| Income Limit | Family annual income ≤ Rs 2.50 lakh |
| Suspended Beneficiaries | 26.34 lakh (temporarily) |
| Eligible Beneficiaries Paid in June 2025 | Around 2.25 crore |
| Official Website | https://womenchild.maharashtra.gov.in/ |