₹1,149 Crore Credited to Women’s Bank Accounts; Punjab’s DBT Model Wins Praise from Beneficiaries
The Punjab government has successfully disbursed ₹1,149 crore to 33 lakh women through its Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) scheme. Beneficiaries have praised the system for ensuring financial transparency and preventing the misuse of funds by middlemen or family members.
Why it matters
Direct benefit transfers are increasingly used as a tool for social welfare and financial inclusion, impacting the economic autonomy of women in rural areas.
The Bhagwant Mann Government’s decision to transfer financial assistance directly into the bank accounts of women under the Mukh Mantri Mawan Dheeyan Satkar Yojana has received an overwhelming response from beneficiaries across the state. Women have praised the Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) system, saying it has ensured transparency, convenience and financial empowerment by placing the money directly in their hands.
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