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Himachal Pradesh Cabinet Approves Rs 1,500 Monthly Aid for Women, Free 300 Units Power
✍️ India Today
🗓 14 Nov 2026, 01:31 AM
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The Himachal Pradesh cabinet has sanctioned a scheme providing women with a monthly cash assistance of Rs 1,500 and a free electricity allocation of 300 units per household.
The state cabinet of Himachal Pradesh met and approved a new welfare scheme aimed at financially empowering women. Under the plan, each eligible woman will receive a direct cash transfer of Rs 1,500 every month.
In addition to the cash aid, the scheme allocates 300 units of electricity per month at no cost to the beneficiaries, intended to reduce household energy expenses.
The decision was taken as part of the government's broader effort to enhance social security measures in the state. Implementation details, including eligibility criteria and disbursement mechanisms, will be communicated by the relevant departments in the coming weeks.
State officials said the combined cash and power benefits are expected to improve the economic stability of women, especially in rural and low‑income areas, and contribute to higher living standards across Himachal Pradesh.
The cabinet's approval reflects the ruling party's commitment to gender‑focused welfare initiatives ahead of upcoming state elections.
In addition to the cash aid, the scheme allocates 300 units of electricity per month at no cost to the beneficiaries, intended to reduce household energy expenses.
The decision was taken as part of the government's broader effort to enhance social security measures in the state. Implementation details, including eligibility criteria and disbursement mechanisms, will be communicated by the relevant departments in the coming weeks.
State officials said the combined cash and power benefits are expected to improve the economic stability of women, especially in rural and low‑income areas, and contribute to higher living standards across Himachal Pradesh.
The cabinet's approval reflects the ruling party's commitment to gender‑focused welfare initiatives ahead of upcoming state elections.