Background of the Scheme

The Mahtari Vandan Yojana was launched by the Government of Chhattisgarh to empower women financially by providing ₹1,000 per month directly into their bank accounts through Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT).
This initiative aims to support women’s economic independence and ensure inclusive welfare across the state.

Launched: 1 March 2024
Annual Assistance: ₹12,000 per beneficiary

Eligible Beneficiaries: Married, widowed, divorced, or abandoned women who are permanent residents of Chhattisgarh, aged 21 years or above, and not part of income-tax-paying families.

Progress of Previous Installments

The 17th installment was released in July 2025, transferring approximately ₹647.66 crore to the bank accounts of 69.23 lakh women across the state.
The 20th installment, as per The Times of India (October 2025), benefited around 64.9 lakh women with a total transfer amount of ₹607 crore.

Current Status: 21st Installment
Chhattisgarh Government released the amount of Rs. 1,000/- into the bank account of around 90 lakh beneficiaires on 05-11-2025.

For further details visit :- https://govtschemesindia.com/chhattisgarh-mahatari-vandan-yojana/

Why the Scheme Matters

Empowerment: The scheme enhances women’s financial independence, ensuring direct cash flow for household and personal needs.
Transparency: The DBT mechanism reduces corruption and middlemen involvement.
Social Impact: With over 60 lakh women beneficiaries, it has become one of the most impactful women-centric welfare schemes in India.

What Beneficiaries Should Do

Check payment status regularly on the official portal.
Ensure Aadhaar is linked with your bank account.
In case of non-receipt of funds, contact your local Women & Child Development Department Office or call the district helpline.

Keep your bank account active and mobile number updated to receive SMS alerts for DBT credits.