The West Bengal government has approved the rollout of the Annapurna Yojana, under which women in the state will receive a monthly financial assistance of ₹3,000.
The move marks a significant increase from the existing Lakshmir Bhandar scheme, under which beneficiaries currently receive ₹1,500 per month, while SC/ST women get ₹1,700. Further details regarding the implementation of the scheme are awaited.
What is Annapurna Yojana?
According to statements made during the campaign, eligible women could receive financial assistance of up to ₹3,000 per month.
The proposed scheme is also being compared to existing welfare programmes, with reports suggesting that it may focus on providing monthly financial support to women beneficiaries.
What is Lakshmir Bhandar scheme?
The “Lakshmir Bhandar” scheme, launched by the West Bengal government in February 2021, is a flagship welfare programme aimed at providing financial assistance to women from economically weaker sections.
Under the scheme, women aged between 25 and 60 years and enrolled under the ‘Swasthya Sathi’ programme receive monthly aid of ₹1,200 for SC/ST beneficiaries and ₹1,000 for others.
The initiative seeks to empower women and promote financial independence by supporting their essential household and personal expenses.
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