As part of the Maharashtra Government’s Lek Ladki Scheme, a total of 3,563 beneficiaries in Mumbai will receive financial assistance aimed at promoting girls’ education and empowerment. Of these, 671 beneficiaries are from Mumbai City, while 2,892 are from Mumbai Suburban.
The scheme provides financial assistance to eligible girls at different stages, from birth to adulthood. Under the scheme, a girl can receive a total of ₹1,01,000 in installments, subject to the prescribed eligibility conditions.
The scheme is intended to encourage the birth of girls, promote their education, reduce female mortality, prevent child marriage and malnutrition, and reduce the number of girls who remain out of school.
What is the Lek Ladki Scheme?
The Lek Ladki Scheme was implemented across Maharashtra from April 1, 2023, replacing the Meri Beti Bhagyashree (Revised) Scheme. It is aimed at supporting girls from economically disadvantaged families through financial assistance linked to important stages of their education and development.
Lek Ladki Scheme Benefits
Under the scheme, an eligible girl can receive a total financial assistance of ₹1,01,000 in different stages.
| Stage | Financial Assistance |
|---|---|
| At the time of birth | ₹5,000 |
| Admission to Class 1 | ₹6,000 |
| Admission to Class 6 | ₹7,000 |
| Admission to Class 11 | ₹8,000 |
| On completing 18 years of age | ₹75,000 |
| Total | ₹1,01,000 |
The financial assistance is intended to support girls' education and encourage families to provide them with better opportunities for their future.
Lek Ladki Scheme Eligibility
To receive benefits under the Lek Ladki Scheme, the following conditions apply:
Family Planning Certificate Requirement
A family planning certificate is required in specified cases when claiming benefits under the scheme.
The certificate is required when applying for the third installment for the first child or the second installment for the second child, as applicable under the scheme.
Applicants should ensure that all required documents are available before applying for the relevant installment.
Why is the Lek Ladki Scheme Important for Mumbai?
The scheme is particularly significant for families who may face financial difficulties in continuing their daughters’ education.
Through financial assistance at key stages, the government aims to encourage families to keep girls in school and support their educational advancement. The broader objectives include increasing the birth rate of girls, reducing female mortality, preventing child marriage, addressing malnutrition and bringing down the number of girls who are out of school.
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