Women’s financial condition in India is largely limited to them not being able to contribute to the household income. This is because they are busy with household duties like cooking, cleaning, buying monthly groceries, taking care of the children and elders, and their husbands. These leave little time for them to earn.

This is the reason the many state Governments in India have brought out schemes to provide money to women directly in their bank accounts, so that this can help in improving the financial status of the households by contributing to the overall income of the families. One such scheme is brought by the Odisha Government, called the Subhadra Yojana. Let us find out what exactly it is and how women can benefit from it.

What is Subhadra Yojana?

This is a direct benefit scheme by the Government of Odisha for providing financial assistance to eligible women directly in their bank accounts. This scheme is named after Lord Jagannath’s sister, Devi Subhadra. Both of them are worshipped in Odisha. This scheme was introduced on 17th September 2024 by the Prime Minister in Odisha. It is a 5-year scheme, from 2024-2029.

Eligibility and non-eligibility for Subhadra Yojana:

21- to 60-year-old women who belong to economically weaker section of society will benefit from this. Government employees, income tax payers and women who receive more than ₹1,500 are not eligible for this scheme.

Budget of Subhadra Yojana:

The aim of the scheme is to benefit over 1 crore women across Odisha in 5 years. The Government has a budget of ₹55, 825 crores for this scheme. 

Duration and amount to be paid:

This scheme will run from year 2024 to 2029 and twice a year the eligible women will receive ₹5000 in two instalments which means ₹10,000 per year to every eligible woman. This means each registered and eligible woman will receive ₹50,000 at the end of 5 years of this scheme.

Registration for the scheme:

The registration for this scheme began on 1st September 2024. More than 50 lakh women are registered as beneficiaries. There is no deadline to register. This is to ensure maximum women participate in and benefit from this scheme. 

Payment dates for the scheme:

The two instalments of ₹5000 each will be paid on Rakhi Purnima and on International Women’s Day (8th March) each year. 

How to apply for the scheme?

The application can be done both online as well as offline. The form is free of cost and the printed forms will be available at the Common Service Centres or at the MO Seba Kendras. No fee is required to be paid both at the time of taking the form and submitting the form for the scheme.

Documents required for registration:

The requirements are very simple.

• Aadhaar card
• Mobile number that is linked to the Aadhaar card
• Bank account that is a single holder (not joint account) and the bank account should have enabled direct benefit transfer. (This means that the bank account should be able to directly receive money from the Government.)

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