Ladki Bahin Yojana: Maharashtra to Release Combined November–December Payment for Beneficiaries

The Maharashtra government is preparing to release a combined payment for November and December under the Ladki Bahin Yojana after the earlier instalment was delayed.

Beneficiaries are expected to receive ₹3,000 in a single transfer later this month. The delay raised concerns among women about KYC compliance, prompting the state to clarify timelines and requirements, as per news reports

Ladki Bahin Yojana Combined Payment Planned After Delay

The scheduled instalment of ₹1,500 for November 2025 did not reach beneficiaries’ bank accounts, prompting the state to plan a joint transfer for two months. The last credited instalment was for October, leading many women to check whether incomplete KYC details were causing the delay.

Ladki Bahin Yojana Instalments 17 and 18 to Be Deposited Together

Under the current cycle, the 17th instalment was originally due in December. Authorities have now confirmed that instalments 17 and 18 will be transferred together, amounting to ₹3,000. 

The payment is expected to be processed in the final week of December.

Ladki Bahin Yojana KYC Completion Required by 31 December

Women and Child Development Minister Aditi Tatkare stated that all beneficiaries must complete their KYC formalities by 31 December 2025. 

Payments may be paused for accounts that do not meet the verification requirement. Officials noted that a number of bank accounts have pending KYC updates, which has contributed to the delay.

Caution During Ongoing Local Body Elections

Local body elections are currently underway across Maharashtra, with results to be declared on 21 December.

As per news reports, officials indicated that the government is proceeding carefully with announcements and transfers to ensure compliance with the election code of conduct.

Read More: Maharashtra Extends LadkiBahin Yojana e-KYC Deadline to December 31, 2025.

Conclusion

The Maharashtra government’s decision to merge the November and December instalments aims to streamline disbursement under the Ladki Bahin Yojana following a temporary delay. 

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