Subhadra Yojana: These beneficiaries to get 2 instalments on April 24

Around 1,70,000 women in Odisha will get financial aid under Subhadra Yojana on April 24. Deputy Chief Minister Pravati Parida made the announcement on Saturday. Deputy CM Parida stated that the government will provide financial assistance to the beneficiaries under the scheme on the occasion of the Panchayati Raj Divas in Puri.

Who Will Receive How Many Instalments 

The government has outlined that the financial aid under the scheme will be disbursed to the accounts of the beneficiaries via DBT in two instalments. This initiative is part of the sixth phase disbursement under the scheme, targeting those who applied by the March 31 deadline. 

"Sixth phase of the Subhadra Yojana money will be disbursed to the accounts of around 1,70,000 beneficiaries on the occasion of the Panchayati Raj Divas in Puri on April 24. The new applicants till March 31 deadline will get two instalments together on April 24," said Parida.

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As per sources, the deprived beneficiaries so far can submit their grievances through the toll-free helpline number, and they will be provided assistance under the scheme in the next phases if they are found eligible. The beneficiaries who have so far only received the first instalment under the scheme can also submit their allegations by calling the toll-free helpline number.

Notably, Subhadra Yojana emphasises the state government's dedication to enhance women's financial independence across Odisha. The scheme aims to empower women economically, allowing them to achieve self-sufficiency.

Subhadra Yojana: Things You Should Know

Subhadra Yojana, inaugurated on 17th September 2024 by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, is a flagship initiative aimed at empowering over 10 million women aged between 21 and 60. 

Under this scheme, each eligible woman receives Rs 10,000 annually, disbursed in two instalments of Rs 5,000 each, amounting to Rs 50,000 over five years. 

The funds are directly transferred into Aadhaar-linked bank accounts, promoting financial inclusion. 

To qualify, applicants must be residents of Odisha with an annual family income not exceeding Rs 2.5 lakh, and should not be government employees, income-tax payers, or beneficiaries receiving over Rs 1,500 per month from other government schemes.