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Hans India
07-08-2025
- Business
- Hans India
Yogi govt extends festive gift to destitute women
Lucknow: In a compassionate move ahead of the festivals of Raksha Bandhan and Krishna Janmashtami, the Yogi Adityanath-led government has extended a financial gift to support destitute women across Uttar Pradesh. In line with the Chief Minister's vision, the Department of Women Welfare has dis-bursed ₹1,115.64 crore for the second quarter (July–September) of the 2025–26 financial year un-der the Nirashrit Mahila Pension Yojana. The funds were directly transferred to the Aadhaar-linked bank accounts of 36,75,623 eligible wom-en via the Public Financial Management System (PFMS) in the first week of August. This timely fi-nancial support ensures that beneficiaries can celebrate the upcoming festivals without any econom-ic hardship. The scheme, operated by the Women Welfare Department, is a significant initiative aimed at provid-ing social and economic empowerment to women who have lost their husbands. Women above the age of 18, who are permanent residents of Uttar Pradesh and whose annual family income does not exceed ₹2 lakh, are eligible for a monthly pension of ₹1,000 under the scheme. To ensure transpar-ency and timely delivery, the pension amount is deposited directly into beneficiaries' Aadhaar-linked bank accounts through PFMS. In the first quarter of the 2025–26 financial year (April–June), the Uttar Pradesh government pro-vided ₹1,062.15 crore in pension support to 35,78,111 widowed women. Showing increased com-mitment, the government transferred ₹1,115.64 crore to 36,75,623 women beneficiaries in the first week of August—well ahead of Raksha Bandhan and Janmashtami. This proactive move ensures that women can celebrate the festivals with financial ease and joy along with their families. According to Sandeep Kaur, Director of the Women Welfare Department, the early transfer of pen-sion funds was made on the instructions of CM Yogi, who wanted to make sure that no eligible woman misses out on the benefits of the scheme during the festive season. She added that women who are permanent residents of Uttar Pradesh can easily apply for the Nirashrit Mahila Pension Yojana online through the official portal
Hindustan Times
06-08-2025
- Business
- Hindustan Times
UP: ₹1,115.64 crore pension transferred to over 36 lakh destitute women ahead of festive season
Lucknow, The Uttar Pradesh government on Wednesday said it has transferred ₹1,115.64 crore in pension to the bank accounts of over 36.75 lakh destitute women ahead of the festive season. UP: ₹ 1,115.64 crore pension transferred to over 36 lakh destitute women ahead of festive season According to officials, the Department of Women Welfare transferred the second-quarter pension instalment for the 2025-26 financial year to 36,75,623 Aadhaar-linked bank accounts through the Public Financial Management System in the first week of August. The move is aimed at ensuring that beneficiaries are able to celebrate the upcoming festivals without any financial constraints. The state's 'Nirashrit Mahila Pension Yojana', run by the Women Welfare Department, is designed to provide social and economic support to women who have lost their husbands. Under this scheme, women over 18 years and permanent residents of Uttar Pradesh with a family income not exceeding ₹2 lakh per annum, receive a monthly pension of ₹1,000. To maintain transparency and efficiency, the funds are directly transferred into the beneficiaries' Aadhaar-linked bank accounts via PFMS. In the first quarter of 2025-26, the government had disbursed ₹1,062.15 crore to 35,78,111 eligible women. In the current quarter, the amount increased both in terms of total funds and number of beneficiaries. Women Welfare Department Director Sandeep Kaur said the pension disbursement was advanced keeping in mind the upcoming festivals, as per the directions of Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath. "The chief minister's intent is to ensure that no eligible woman is left out of the benefits of the scheme," Kaur said. Eligible women can apply for the pension scheme online by visiting the web portal at http: This digital initiative is part of the government's push for transparency and ease of access, allowing applicants to avail themselves of the scheme without hassle. The department has also committed to ensuring fast and fair processing of applications so that more women can benefit from the scheme. This article was generated from an automated news agency feed without modifications to text.
United News of India
29-04-2025
- Politics
- United News of India
UP govt to build homes for orphaned children in 10 districts
Lucknow, Apr 29 (UNI) The Uttar Pradesh government has announced the construction of shelter homes for orphaned children in 10 districts across the state under 'Mukhyamantri Bal Ashray Yojana' in a step toward child welfare, official sources said here on Tuesday. Sources said that the government has proposed a budget of Rs 100 crore for the project. "Under Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath's ambitious 'Mukhyamantri Bal Ashray Yojana', orphaned, abandoned, surrendered and children living in adverse conditions are provided with proper care, upbringing and a safe shelter.," they said Sources said that under the scheme, the Department of Women Welfare will operate these homes for state-run care and protection of destitute children and those in conflict with the law, ensuring their safety and holistic development. "In the first phase, homes will be constructed and operated in 10 districts, including Varanasi, Gorakhpur, Lucknow, Ayodhya, Amethi, Mathura, Firozabad, Basti, Jhansi and Kanpur Dehat, with a capacity of 100 children each in different categories," they said. Sources said that these will include one Government Children's Home (Girls), one Government Home (Boys), seven Government Observation Homes (for juveniles) and one 'Place of Safety' home with Juvenile Justice Board provisions. Sources said, "The Yogi Government aims to integrate orphaned and vulnerable children into the mainstream, helping them lead a life of dignity. The proposed shelter homes will provide a secure environment, nutritious food, quality education and skill development opportunities." Sources said that the objective is to ensure that every child benefits from their rights and is empowered to live a respectable life in society. "This scheme marks a significant step toward shaping a brighter future for the state's children. Along with shelter, the proposed homes will also offer counselling and recreational activities to ensure the mental and physical well-being of the children," they said. Sources said that the Yogi government has already undertaken several child-centric initiatives, including Operation Kayakalp, reforms in the Mid-Day Meal scheme and broad educational improvements. "The launch of the Mukhyamantri Bal Ashray Yojana further reinforces its commitment to the protection and all-round development of children," they said. Sources said that the proposed scheme will not only offer shelter to children in need but will also guide them toward a better and more secure future. "UP's initiative could serve as a model for other states across the country," they said. UNI AB SJC
