Opposition questions exclusion of 80 lakh women from Ladki Bahin scheme
Opposition leaders in Maharashtra have accused the state government of phasing out the Ladki Bahin scheme by declaring 80 lakh women ineligible. They claim the move is a cost-cutting measure following election results and demand accountability for the sudden disqualifications.
Why it matters
This highlights tensions over social welfare funding and political accountability regarding the management of state-sponsored financial aid programs.
Opposition leaders Jayant Patil and Rohit Pawar have alleged that the Maharashtra government is reducing the number of beneficiaries under the Ladki Bahin scheme in phases to cut expenditure. After 80 lakh women were declared ineligible, Patil said another 50-60 lakh may be removed next year.
The article focuses heavily on the opposition's allegations and criticisms of the government's fiscal management.
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