Jharkhand
First Instalment of Mainiya Samman Yojana
- 07 Jan 2025
- 1 min read
Why in News?
During an event in Ranchi, Jharkhand Chief Minister transferred Rs 11,415.44 crore to 56.62 lakh women under the 'Mukhyamantri Mainiya Samman Yojana,' with each receiving Rs 2,500 through direct benefit transfer (DBT).
Key Points
- Empowering Women Beneficiaries:
- Addressing a gathering of women from all 24 districts, the CM emphasized empowering women to achieve their dreams independently.
- The scheme's potential to enable women to provide better education, health facilities, and meet their day-to-day needs was highlighted.
- He encouraged women to use the funds to buy nutritious food, including meat and fish, to combat anemia.
- The money could also help women purchase gas cylinders, clothing for festivals, and school supplies for children, reducing reliance on government food grains.
Mukhyamantri Mainiya Samman Yojana
- Launched in August 2024, it provides Rs 1,000 monthly to women aged 21-50 through Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT).
- Ahead of Assembly polls, the financial assistance was increased to Rs 2,500 due to its popularity.
