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The Maharashtra government has made electronic Know Your Customer (e-KYC) verification compulsory for all beneficiaries of the Mukhyamantri Majhi Ladki Bahin scheme, giving them a two-month deadline to complete the process, news agency PTI reported on September 19. The decision was formalised through a government resolution (GR). The scheme, launched in July 2024, provides monthly financial support of ₹1,500 to women aged between 21 and 65 years whose annual household income does not exceed ₹2.5 lakh. Announcing the new requirement, Women and Child Development Minister Aditi Tatkare said that the e-KYC facility is now live on the official portal, ladakibahin.maharashtra.gov.in. She urged beneficiaries to complete the verification process within the stipulated time, describing it as simple, convenient, and essential for transparency. According to Tatkare, the digital verification will not only ensure that benefits reach eligible women consistently but will also help streamline access to other government schemes in the future. The GR further states that women must complete their Aadhaar-based authentication within two months to continue receiving financial assistance directly into their bank accounts. Failure to do so will result in benefits being withheld. In addition, the verification will have to be carried out every year.Live Events The decision comes in the wake of government findings that nearly 26.34 lakh ineligible beneficiaries — including men– had managed to enrol in the scheme and received the allowance. At present, around 2.25 crore women are registered under the programme. By tightening the verification process, the state government aims to plug leakages and ensure that public funds are directed only to those who genuinely qualify for support.What is the Ladki Bahin Scheme?Under this scheme, eligible women in the age group of 21 to 65 in Maharashtra will be provided with a financial benefit of Rs 1,500 per month through direct benefit transfer (DBT).Why e-KYC is Now mandatory for Ladki Bahin schemeThe decision comes in the wake of government findings that nearly 26.34 lakh ineligible beneficiaries — including men– had managed to enrol in the scheme and received the allowance. At present, around 2.25 crore women are registered under the programme.The two-month deadline and consequencesBeneficiaries will have to complete the verification process within the stipulated time. Failure to do so will result in benefits being withheld. In addition, the verification will have to be carried out every year.How to complete your e-KYC online for Ladki Bahin schemeThe e-KYC facility is now live on the official portal, ladakibahin.maharashtra.gov.in. The digital verification and authentication will be Aadhaar-based.Benefits of new e-KYC system for Ladki Bahin schemeThe tightening of the verification process will lead to bogus claimants being disenrolled, cleaning the system. It will help plug leakages and ensure that public funds are directed only to the deserving.Add as a Reliable and Trusted News Source Add Now!
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