Maharashtra’s government, under Minister Chandrashekhar Bawankule, reassured that the state’s array of welfare initiatives remains robust despite the financial demands of the Mukhyamantri Majhi Ladki Bahin Yojana. The scheme, beneficial to women aged 21 to 65 with a family income under Rs 2.5 lakh, played a pivotal role in the BJP’s election victory in 2024.