Maharashtra government clears November payment under Ladki Bahin Yojana, extends e-KYC deadline for beneficiaries
Ladki Bahin Yojana
Women enrolled in the Ladki Bahin Yojana will receive the November installment of ₹1,500 on time. The Maharashtra government has also extended the e-KYC deadline to ensure no beneficiary loses access to the scheme.
Mumbai, Maharashtra | Nov 19, 2025 –: The Maharashtra government has announced a major relief for women enrolled under the Ladki Bahin Yojana, confirming that the monthly financial support of ₹1,500 for November will be credited without delay. The state has also extended the e-KYC deadline, offering additional time to beneficiaries who were unable to complete verification due to system issues, long queues at centres or lack of documents at the time of submission.
Officials said that thousands of women had initiated the e-KYC process but were unable to finish before the earlier deadline. Many districts reported crowding at CSC centres, and several beneficiaries faced difficulty due to OTP delays or Aadhaar authentication errors. After reviewing the situation, the Women and Child Development Department decided that extending the deadline was necessary to ensure no eligible woman is excluded from the scheme.
The Ladki Bahin Yojana provides financial support to women between 21 and 65 years of age belonging to families with an annual income of up to ₹2.5 lakh. The assistance is transferred directly to Aadhaar-linked bank accounts after verification. For many beneficiaries across rural and urban areas, the scheme plays a significant role in meeting daily household needs and supporting personal expenses.
With the November installment generating concern among beneficiaries who had yet to finish e-KYC, the state government clarified that the payment would not be withheld. Officials said that the transfer will proceed, and women can complete the verification within the extended window. Banks and district-level teams have been instructed to cooperate with beneficiaries and avoid unnecessary delays.
The announcement has brought relief across multiple districts, particularly where access to documentation centres is limited. Women from rural pockets had expressed worry about losing their benefits due to network issues or travel constraints. Local representatives and social workers had requested the government to extend the timeline, pointing out that the scheme is a lifeline for many families struggling with inflation and limited income.
The government has reiterated that the verification system is important to prevent duplication and ensure that benefits reach those who meet the criteria. However, they acknowledged that the process must remain accessible and user-friendly, especially for women who may not be familiar with digital procedures. The department is also preparing a district-wise report on pending applications and aims to complete the backlog in the coming weeks.
Beneficiaries have been advised to complete their e-KYC either online or at authorised centres. They have also been asked to keep their Aadhaar card, bank passbook and mobile number updated to avoid authentication problems. District administrations have started releasing public notices urging women to use the extended period to finish verification at the earliest.
The decision to extend the deadline and ensure uninterrupted disbursal is expected to reduce confusion and prevent further crowding at centres. It also signals the government’s intention to maintain stability in welfare schemes despite the increase in verification requirements.
For now, women across Maharashtra can expect the November installment to be credited as usual, while those pending verification can complete formalities without fear of losing their entitlement. The government has encouraged beneficiaries to check their application status regularly and seek assistance from local helplines if required.
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