Chief Minister Dr. Mohan Yadav said that the State Government is committed to empowering women across Madhya Pradesh by making them self-reliant and financially secure, thereby ensuring greater prosperity and well-being in their lives. He said that women are the pride and honour of society and bring joy to every household. Safeguarding their dignity and promoting their self-reliance are central to the government's efforts, as the economic empowerment of women will contribute to the overall prosperity of the state.
Chief Minister Dr. Yadav observed that Indian culture accords the status of a mother to the nation as well. Indians are among the few people in the world who worship their country as their mother. He was addressing the State-Level Mahila Sammelan held in Pichhore, Shivpuri district, on Friday.
Chief Minister Dr Yadav transferred over ₹1,831 crore to the bank accounts of 1,24,81,550 eligible beneficiaries across the state as the 42nd instalment of the Mukhyamantri Ladli Behna Yojana, with a single click. Each beneficiary received ₹1,500 as Samman Rashi, presented as a Bhai Dooj gift.
Chief Minister Dr. Yadav also transferred more than ₹200 crore as cash credit limit assistance through a single click to over 5.5 lakh self-help groups working under the Madhya Pradesh State Rural Livelihoods Mission. He also dedicated and performed Bhoomi Poojan for 121 development works worth ₹221.22 crore, presenting a Diwali gift to the people of Shivpuri district. These included Bhoomi Poojan for 85 works costing ₹186.23 crore and the inauguration of 36 completed works worth ₹35 crore. The Chief Minister also distributed benefits to eligible beneficiaries of various government schemes.
Ladli Behna Yojana: Strong Foundation for Women's Economic Empowerment and Dignity
Chief Minister Dr. Mohan Yadav said that the Mukhyamantri Ladli Behna Yojana is a key initiative to promote women's dignity, financial independence and self-reliance. Launched in June 2023 with monthly assistance of ₹1,000, the amount was increased to ₹1,250 in October 2023 and ₹1,500 from November 2025. The assistance is transferred directly through DBT into the Aadhaar-linked bank accounts of eligible women.
Pichhore to be made District on Recommendation of Delimitation Commission
Chief Minister Dr. Yadav was requested by regional public representatives to grant district status to Pichhore. Supporting their demand, Chief Minister Dr. Yadav said that the State Government has constituted a Delimitation Commission, and Pichhore will be made a district upon its recommendation. The government will extend all necessary support in this regard.
Chief Minister Dr. Yadav also announced the establishment of a Sandipani School and a state-of-the-art sports complex in Pichhore, a police outpost at Redi Chauraha in Khaniyadhana, and a college in Bamorkalan. He further announced the construction of a bridge over Kasna Nala. Development works worth ₹5 crore will be undertaken at Pichhore Fort. Adequate funds will also be provided for the beautification of Moti Sagar Lake. Chief Minister Dr. Yadav also inspected Moti Sagar Lake in Pichhore.
Committed to Ensuring Equal Rights and Opportunities for Half the State's Population
Chief Minister Dr. Yadav said that under the leadership of Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi, India is strengthening its standing and earning recognition across the world. The State Government is firmly committed to ensuring equal rights and opportunities for half of the state's population. The Ladli Laxmi Yojana and Ladli Behna Yojana are important initiatives towards fulfilling this commitment. He informed that since the launch of the Ladli Behna Yojana in June 2023, the State Government has transferred more than ₹69,000 crore as Samman Rashi to beneficiaries up to November 2026. Many women have put this assistance to productive use, including setting up tailoring centres and other small enterprises.
Chief Minister Dr. Yadav said that the government is encouraging industrialists to establish employment-oriented industries. Employers providing jobs to women in such industries are also being given an additional incentive of ₹5,000 per month for each woman employed. He further said that the government is promoting animal husbandry to increase the incomes of farmers, livestock rearers and women. Madhya Pradesh currently ranks third in the country in milk production. With everyone's participation, the state aims to become the country's leading milk producer within the next two years.
Government Making Every Effort to Establish Industries across State
Chief Minister Dr. Yadav said that Shivpuri district was recently given the opportunity to benefit from a Defence Industrial Corridor worth ₹6,000 crore. The State Government is making every possible effort to establish industries across every region of Madhya Pradesh. Investors are being offered various incentives in the allotment of land and provision of electricity and water. Investment proposals worth more than ₹12.50 lakh crore have so far translated into on-ground investments in the state. Through the joint efforts of the Central and State Governments, Gwalior is set to get the country's first modern Telecom Manufacturing Zone (TMZ).
Chief Minister Dr. Yadav said that industrial activities are being accelerated to create employment opportunities for the youth. At the same time, the government is working to increase farmers' incomes by expanding the area under irrigation. So far, 60 lakh hectares of land in the state have been brought under irrigation. Various schemes are being implemented to enhance the income of every section of society.
Preservation of Rich Heritage and Promotion of Religious Tourism
Chief Minister Dr. Yadav said that the State Government is preserving the state's rich ancient heritage, rejuvenating religious sites and promoting religious tourism. Following the development of Shri Mahakal Mahalok in Ujjain, the number of visitors has increased to 20 crore. Development works are underway at various religious sites across the state. Projects worth ₹2,500 crore are being undertaken for Omkareshwar Dham, while extensive infrastructure development is being carried out in Ujjain in preparation for Simhastha. Development works worth ₹1,000 crore are also being undertaken in Orchha, the city of Shri Ramraja Sarkar. Datia, Pitambara Peeth and Salkanpur are also being developed as grand religious destinations.
Government Facilitating Property Registrations under Mukhyamantri Registry Yojana
Chief Minister Dr. Yadav said that Prime Minister Shri Modi has provided land titles to poor and needy families to ensure their property rights. The State Government is now facilitating free registration of land and houses owned by rural leaseholders under the Mukhyamantri Registry Yojana, enabling more than 50 lakh leaseholders across the state to secure complete legal ownership of their properties. The government plans to spend approximately ₹10,000 crore on this initiative. He informed that more than 18 lakh formal property registrations have already been completed under the scheme. Chief Minister Dr. Yadav urged all eligible residents of the state to register their rural properties and take full advantage of this innovative initiative.
Central and State Governments Extending Benefits to People: Union Minister Shri Scindia
Union Minister for Communications and Development of North Eastern Region Shri Jyotiraditya Scindia highlighted various schemes being implemented by the Central Government for the welfare of farmers and women. He said that under the leadership of Prime Minister Shri Modi, farmers are receiving the benefits of the Samman Nidhi, while women are being empowered through initiatives such as the Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana and Pradhan Mantri Ujjwala Yojana, which provides LPG connections. The Madhya Pradesh Government is also extending the benefits of the Ladli Laxmi Yojana, Ladli Behna Yojana and Mukhyamantri Kanyadan Yojana to all eligible women and girls in the state. He said that with the implementation of the Nari Shakti Vandan Adhiniyam, women would soon receive 33 per cent reservation in Parliament and State Legislative Assemblies. This would ensure 33 per cent representation for women among Members of Parliament as well as Members of Legislative Assemblies.
Pichhore MLA Shri Pritam Lodhi and District President Shri Jaswant Singh Jatav also addressed the conference. Chairman of the Madhya Pradesh Youth Commission Shri Praveen Sharma, Gwalior MP Shri Bharat Singh Kushwaha, MLAs Shri Ramesh Khatik, Shri Devendra Jain, Shri Mahendra Yadav and Sushri Shakuntala Khatik, District Panchayat President Smt. Neha Yadav, along with other public representatives and many people, was present.
