Ladki Bahin Yojana Status: Maharashtra Delays Instalments of for 3 Months, Women Beneficiaries Await Update

Thousands of women in Maharashtra are still waiting for payments under the Mukhyamantri Majhi Ladki Bahin Yojana (MMLBY), with instalments for March and April yet to be credited. The delay has now stretched into a third month, as beneficiaries also await the May transfer.

The last instalment was credited in February, creating a gap that has left many women approaching local offices and helplines for clarity. Each eligible beneficiary is entitled to ₹1,500 per month under the scheme.

Cabinet decision likely to clear pending instalments

Government sources indicate that the pending payments could be released soon. A decision is expected at the state cabinet meeting scheduled for May 5. Once cleared, ₹1,500 per beneficiary may begin to reach bank accounts within the next two days.

Officials say the government is reviewing key factors before approving the release. These include completion of e-KYC, correction of beneficiary data and the overall financial impact. Payments are likely to be released in phases to manage the high transaction volume across banks.

e-KYC done, beneficiary list reduced

The mandatory e-KYC process for MMLBY ended on April 30, along with a correction window for errors. After verification, the number of eligible beneficiaries has been revised.

Out of the total registrations, 1.89 crore women remain eligible under MMLBY. Around 54 lakh names have been removed due to incomplete e-KYC or failure to meet eligibility criteria.

This reduction is expected to bring significant savings for the state government. Officials estimate that nearly ₹1,200 crore could be saved due to the trimmed beneficiary list.

Beneficiaries await payment update

With verification work largely completed, focus has now shifted to the pending instalments. Women across Maharashtra are waiting for clarity on when the dues for March, April and May will be credited.

For many households, the ₹1,500 monthly support is an important source of income. Any further delay could increase financial strain, especially for those who depend on the scheme for daily expenses.

The final decision now rests with the cabinet. Once approved, the release of funds is expected to begin soon, offering relief to lakhs of beneficiaries waiting since February.

Mukhyamantri Majhi Ladki Bahin Yojana

The Mukhyamantri Majhi Ladki Bahin Yojana is a welfare scheme launched by the Women and Child Development Department, Government of Maharashtra, aimed at providing financial support to women while improving their health, nutrition and role in family decision-making.
Under MMLBY, eligible women receive ₹1,500 per month through direct benefit transfer (DBT), offering steady financial assistance to support household needs.

What the scheme offers

The core benefit of MMLBY is a monthly financial assistance of ₹1,500 credited directly to the beneficiary's bank account. The scheme is designed to improve economic independence among women and strengthen their participation in family decisions.

Who can apply

• To be eligible under MMLBY, the applicant must be a woman and a resident of Maharashtra. The age should be between 21 and 65 years. The applicant must have a bank account linked with Aadhaar.
• The annual family income should not exceed ₹2.5 lakh. Even outsourced, contract or voluntary workers within this income limit are eligible.
• The scheme covers married, widowed, divorced, abandoned and destitute women. One unmarried woman per family is also eligible.

Who is not eligible

Applicants are excluded if the family income exceeds ₹2.5 lakh or if any family member is an income taxpayer.
Families with members working as permanent government employees or receiving pensions are not eligible. Those already receiving ₹1,500 per month under any other government scheme are also excluded.
The scheme does not cover families with current or former MPs or MLAs, or those holding positions in government boards or corporations. Households owning a four-wheeler, excluding tractors, are also not eligible.

How to apply online

Applicants can apply through the official portal of MMLBY.
First, register by creating an account using Aadhaar details, mobile number and location information. After registration, log in and fill out the application form by entering Aadhaar, bank details and address.
Applicants need to upload documents such as Aadhaar card, domicile proof, ration card and other relevant certificates. Once submitted, an application ID is generated for tracking.

How to check application status

Applicants can log in to the portal using their registered mobile number and password. The status can be checked under the section for previously submitted applications.

Documents required

Key documents include Aadhaar card, photograph, domicile certificate or alternate proof, income certificate where applicable, ration card, and bank account details linked with Aadhaar.
Additional documents such as a marriage certificate may be required in specific cases. An affirmation letter is also part of the application.

Why the scheme matters

MMLBY targets women in the 21 to 65 age group, aiming to improve financial stability at the household level. By ensuring a fixed monthly income, the scheme seeks to support basic needs while strengthening women's independence.

With lakhs of beneficiaries across Maharashtra, the scheme has become a key support system for low and middle-income families, especially those dependent on informal or unstable sources of income.