Current Affairs - State - Discussion

Madhya Pradesh released the 40th instalment of the Mukhyamantri Ladli Behna Yojana on September 13, 2026. Chief Minister Dr Mohan Yadav transferred ₹1,835 crore directly into the bank accounts of more than 1.25 crore eligible women beneficiaries. The scheme was launched in June 2023 with a monthly assistance of ₹1,000, which was later increased to ₹1,250 and then to ₹1,500 from November 2025. The scheme aims to support women’s financial independence and improve their health and nutrition. Since its inception, more than ₹65,000 crore has been transferred to women beneficiaries under the scheme.