Ladki Bahin: ₹1,500 Payment Due July 15, But 80 Lakh Women at Risk

Maharashtra’s Mukhyamantri Majhi Ladki Bahin Yojana will disburse its pending ₹1,500 monthly installment to eligible women around July 12-15, 2026. However, roughly 80 lakh women may not receive the payment because their e-KYC is incomplete or their Aadhaar is not linked to their bank account. The scheme provides ₹1,500 monthly to women aged 21-65 from families earning under ₹2.5 lakh yearly.

When the money arrives and who gets blocked

The Maharashtra government expects to release the pending installment between July 12 and 15, 2026. Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) sends the money straight into the bank account linked to your Aadhaar. If that link is missing or your e-KYC is incomplete, the transfer cannot go through, and your ₹1,500 does not arrive. The 80 lakh women at risk include those dropped after eligibility checks, such as families with yearly income above ₹2.5 lakh.

Who qualifies for the ₹1,500 monthly payment

To receive Ladki Bahin benefits, a woman must be a Maharashtra resident aged 21 to 65, from a family with yearly income not exceeding ₹2.5 lakh, and hold a bank account linked with Aadhaar. Married, widowed, divorced, abandoned, and destitute women can all apply. The scheme pays ₹1,500 every month, totaling ₹18,000 per year.

How to fix your account before July 15

Check your Aadhaar-bank link immediately. Ensure your Aadhaar is linked to the exact bank account where you want the money deposited, not just any account. Complete your e-KYC through the official scheme portal at ladakibahin.maharashtra.gov.in, an Anganwadi centre, a Setu or Seva Kendra, or the government’s mobile app. Check your beneficiary status on the official portal to confirm your e-KYC is complete.

Why this scheme matters for Maharashtra women

Ladki Bahin is one of India’s largest women’s cash transfer schemes. The state government has allocated significant funds to support women’s financial independence and household stability. Similar schemes like PM-Kisan have shown that Direct Benefit Transfer works when Aadhaar-bank links are complete. Completing your e-KYC now ensures you do not miss this month’s payment or future installments.

Final Thoughts

The July 15 payment window is tight. Women who have not completed e-KYC or linked their Aadhaar to their bank account should act now to avoid missing the ₹1,500 installment. Verify your status on the official portal and fix any account issues before the deadline.

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