Cabinet to Extend Ladli Behna, Ladli Laxmi Schemes for Five Years

The cabinet has decided to extend the Ladli Behna and Ladli Laxmi schemes for a further five years, keeping the benefits of financial assistance and skill‑development programmes alive for women and girls. The decision follows the successful implementation of the schemes over the past years, which have helped many families secure education and livelihood opportunities. The extension will see the same eligibility criteria and subsidy structure maintained, with the government pledging to monitor the impact closely. Officials said the move will reinforce the state’s commitment to gender equity and empowerment. The approval is expected to be announced in the upcoming cabinet meeting.