Vikrant Shekhawat : Dec 12, 2024, 07:40 PM
CM Mohan Yadav: The Ladli Behna Yojana of the Madhya Pradesh government has emerged as a revolutionary initiative for women empowerment. The scheme has not only provided financial assistance to women but also played an important role in the electoral victory of the BJP. However, Chief Minister Dr. Mohan Yadav has recently admitted that the scheme has increased financial pressure on the state government.Distribution of Rs 19,212 croreIn a press conference, Chief Minister Mohan Yadav said that so far Rs 19,212 crore has been distributed to 1.29 crore women under the Ladli Behna Yojana. In addition, assistance of Rs 450 per gas refilling is also being provided to 26 lakh women. This scheme is not only trying to bring economic stability in the lives of women, but is also an important step towards making them self-reliant.Financial pressure and solutionDr. Yadav made it clear that the implementation of this scheme has increased financial pressure on the state government. He said, "There is a load, but the government is increasing its sources of income." The Chief Minister said that during the implementation of the scheme, people had expressed apprehensions that it would not work, but the government has taken several steps to strengthen its financial position.Government priority: Expanding sources of incomeChief Minister Yadav said that the government has focused on expanding the sources of income to continue public welfare schemes like Ladli Behna Yojana. He said, "When you increase income, it not only makes it possible to run the schemes smoothly, but also strengthens the financial system."Women empowerment and political impactThe Ladli Behna Yojana has given a new direction to women empowerment in Madhya Pradesh. The scheme also proved to be a strong political strategy for the BJP, giving the party a thumping majority. The Chief Minister said that the government's commitment towards women welfare is evident through the schemes.Challenge and futureIt is clear from the statement of Chief Minister Mohan Yadav that the Ladli Behna Yojana is an important achievement as well as a challenge for the government. Despite the financial pressure, the government has taken steps to ensure that the scheme continues and women continue to benefit from it.ConclusionThe Ladli Behna Yojana is not just an economic aid scheme but it is a symbol of women empowerment and social upliftment. Despite the financial challenges, the government is giving priority to this scheme. The scheme is not only proving to be a milestone towards improving the lives of women but it also shows that financial barriers can also be overcome with the right policies.