Madhya Pradesh: Did not anticipate Ladli Behna scheme’s ‘financial burden’, says CM

What happened: Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Mohan Yadav said he did not anticipate the "financial burden" of the Ladli Behna Yojana cash transfer scheme for women, calling it a very costly affair. Key numbers: Monthly transfer launched at Rs 1,000, raised to Rs 1,250 in October 2023, Rs 1,500 in November. Budget allocation for FY 2026-27 was Rs 23,882 crore. Why it matters: The scheme is credited with helping the BJP win the 2023 Assembly polls, but a High Court petition seeks its closure and details of state borrowings. Maharashtra's similar scheme drew fund crunch claims from ministers.

Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Mohan Yadav said he did not anticipate the "financial burden" of the Ladli Behna Yojana cash transfer scheme for women, calling it a very costly affair.

The scheme is credited with helping the BJP win the 2023 Assembly polls, but a High Court petition seeks its closure and details of state borrowings. Maharashtra's similar scheme drew fund crunch claims from ministers.