The Maharashtra government has announced a further extension of the e-KYC deadline for beneficiaries of the Mukhyamantri Majhi Ladki Bahin Yojana, aiming to resolve technical difficulties and ensure that no eligible woman misses her monthly financial support. The decision was confirmed by Women and Child Development Minister Aditi Tatkare on Tuesday, providing a final opportunity for corrections and verifications.
Launched to strengthen women's economic independence, health, and nutrition, the scheme provides Rs 1,500 per month to eligible women from families earning less than Rs 2.5 lakh annually. The beneficiaries include married women, widows, divorcees, and women without living husbands or fathers. The program has become a vital component of Maharashtra's women’s empowerment initiatives, but its success relies heavily on completing the mandatory e-KYC process linked to Aadhaar.
Earlier, the e-KYC deadline was November 18, 2025, later extended to December 31, 2025, due to widespread difficulties faced by applicants. Many women from remote areas reported problems like OTP failures, portal crashes, and connectivity issues while attempting to complete the process online.
In her latest announcement, Minister Tatkare confirmed that the deadline has been extended once again, addressing not only technical issues but also disruptions caused by natural calamities in certain regions. She emphasized that e-KYC is crucial to prevent misuse and to ensure that funds reach verified beneficiaries.
To simplify corrections for those who faced errors in their submissions, the government has instructed District Collectors to conduct physical verifications with the assistance of Anganwadi workers. This on-the-ground support will help women who struggled with online processes to complete their registration and continue receiving benefits without interruption.
Additionally, widows, divorcees, and women whose husbands or fathers have passed away must submit supporting documents such as death certificates or divorce decrees to the District Women and Child Development Offices, ensuring their benefits continue seamlessly.
