Rs 50.93 crore disbursed to women’s bank accounts in June as fourth installment
Raipur 22 June 2024// Chhattisgarh government’s ambitious scheme, Mahtari Vandan Yojana, is proving to be a boon for women across the state. Smt. Laxmi Futan of Raipur had a dream that financial difficulties prevented her from fulfilling. However, the scheme has brought about significant changes in her life.
Smt. Laxmi manages the household chores while her husband, Shri Gopal Futan, works as a daily wage labourer. She explained that previously, household expenses were covered by her husband’s earnings, but purchasing small daily necessities was not less than a challenge for her. With the financial assistance received through this scheme, she now manages these needs and even saves money.
Expressing her happiness, Smt. Laxmi shared, “I have always wanted to wear gold and silver jewelry, but due to our financial situation, it wasn’t possible. Now, I’m saving the money from this scheme every month to fulfill my dream.” She added, “I’m grateful that I receive this money while staying at home. Earlier, I worried about my children Tikam and Dhanendra’s future and felt the need to contribute financially. Now, with the Mahtari Vandan Yojana, I’m securing their future by saving this money. I no longer have to rely on my husband to purchase small household items.”
Smt. Laxmi expressed her appreciation for Chief Minister Shri Vishnu Deo Sai’s for launching this scheme stating “Lakhs of women like me are now getting opportunities to fulfill their dreams. I am deeply grateful to him.” She also noted the improvement in food habits saying that we no longer need to take loans to buy ration and other household items. This opportunity has empowered us, leading to better nutrition, healthier families, and greater happiness. Prosperity accompanies progressive development in our lives.
Meanwhile, under the scheme, married women in the state receive Rs 1,000 per month, totaling Rs 12,000 annually, directly deposited into their bank accounts through Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT).
Chief Minister Shri Vishnu Deo Sai has outlined his commitment to doubling the state’s GDP in the next five years. In keeping with this spirit, a budget provision of Rs 3,000 crore has been allocated for the Mahtari Vandan Yojana, aimed at making women self-reliant. In Raipur district alone, 5,29,075 beneficiaries are benefiting from the scheme, with the first installment deposited into women’s bank accounts on March 10. Besides, the fourth installment of Rs 50,93,36,900 was disbursed in June.
