In his reply to the debate on the Governor's speech in the state assembly, Shinde announced that although the scheme proposes transfer of Rs 1,500 to the bank accounts of eligible women from July 1, considering the overwhelming response and participation of women in the districts, applications will be collected until July 15.
The scheme will apply in the age group of 21 to 60 years every month, but Shinde announced an increase in the limit up to 60 years. The plan is expected to cost the Maharashtra government Rs 46,000 crore a year.
The Chief Minister attacked the opposition for questioning the government's intention and viability of the Mukhyamantri Ladki Bahin Yojana, saying that the government is committed to effective implementation as it aims to ensure financial independence of women, improve their health and nutrition and strengthen their fundamental role in the family.
"Clear instructions have been given to the district collectors to give top priority in completing the collection of applications and then implement the scheme smoothly for the eligible women," the Chief Minister said.
He also warned that the government will suspend those who demand money from eligible women to get the benefits of the scheme. He strongly defended the government's decision to provide three free cylinders to women and free education to girls pursuing higher education.
The Chief Minister also attacked Maha Vikas Aghadi, accusing him of spreading a false narrative in the Lok Sabha elections and creating misunderstanding among people that if the BJP voted to power, the Constitution would be changed.
“MahaYuti will give you a befitting reply (Maha Vikas Aghadi) for your false narrative with a series of works. Our government has introduced schemes for farmers, youth and senior citizens,” he said.
Furthermore, he cornered the opposition by saying that despite attacks on PM Modi, he became PM for the third consecutive time.
"The Congress, which could not even cross 100 seats, will need 25 years to win the 240 seats that the BJP has won," the Chief Minister said.
While praising PM Modi's leadership, he said that PM Modi stopped the war for two hours to rescue Indian students trapped in Ukraine after Russia's attack.
The scheme will apply in the age group of 21 to 60 years every month, but Shinde announced an increase in the limit up to 60 years. The plan is expected to cost the Maharashtra government Rs 46,000 crore a year.
The Chief Minister attacked the opposition for questioning the government's intention and viability of the Mukhyamantri Ladki Bahin Yojana, saying that the government is committed to effective implementation as it aims to ensure financial independence of women, improve their health and nutrition and strengthen their fundamental role in the family.
"Clear instructions have been given to the district collectors to give top priority in completing the collection of applications and then implement the scheme smoothly for the eligible women," the Chief Minister said.
He also warned that the government will suspend those who demand money from eligible women to get the benefits of the scheme. He strongly defended the government's decision to provide three free cylinders to women and free education to girls pursuing higher education.
The Chief Minister also attacked Maha Vikas Aghadi, accusing him of spreading a false narrative in the Lok Sabha elections and creating misunderstanding among people that if the BJP voted to power, the Constitution would be changed.
“MahaYuti will give you a befitting reply (Maha Vikas Aghadi) for your false narrative with a series of works. Our government has introduced schemes for farmers, youth and senior citizens,” he said.
Furthermore, he cornered the opposition by saying that despite attacks on PM Modi, he became PM for the third consecutive time.
"The Congress, which could not even cross 100 seats, will need 25 years to win the 240 seats that the BJP has won," the Chief Minister said.
While praising PM Modi's leadership, he said that PM Modi stopped the war for two hours to rescue Indian students trapped in Ukraine after Russia's attack.
