The initiative launched by the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) administration allocates ₹1,000 monthly to married women residing in Chhattisgarh, aiming to empower them financially and enhance their economic independence.This initiative not only provides immediate financial relief but also encourages women to participate more actively in the economic activities of their families, fostering a sense of autonomy and self-reliance.
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Join Telegram ChannelThe scheme initiated by the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) government offers ₹1,000 each month to married women in Chhattisgarh. It has recently been uncovered that one of the accounts receiving these funds was registered in the name of actress Sunny Leone.A man in Chhattisgarh allegedly opened this account and illicitly accessed the ₹1,000 monthly payment designated for women under the ‘Mahtari Vandan Yojana’.
As reported by NDTV, legal proceedings are being initiated against him, and the officials responsible for verifying the beneficiaries are also being investigated.The alarming discovery of fraudulent activities has emerged from Talur village, a small locality within the Bastar region of Chhattisgarh. This revelation has raised serious concerns among local officials and residents alike.
Reports indicate that District Collector Haris S has taken a proactive stance in addressing this issue. He has formally instructed the Women and Child Development Department to embark on a detailed investigation aimed at uncovering the full scope of the fraud.
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Additionally, to facilitate the recovery of the misappropriated funds, the District Collector has ordered the freezing of the bank account associated with the fraudulent activities. This decisive action underscores the commitment of local authorities to uphold integrity and ensure that public funds are used appropriately.
The announcement triggered a contentious debate between the ruling Bharatiya Janata Party and the opposition Congress. Deepak Baij, who serves as the state president of Congress, claimed that more than 50 percent of those listed as beneficiaries of the Mahtari Vandan Yojana are in fact impostors.
