NEW DELHI: Mahagathbandhan chief ministerial face Tejashwi Yadav on Tuesday said that his government will transfer Rs 30,000 to women if they are voted to power in the upcoming assembly elections.”After we form the Government, on Makar Sankranti – 14th January, we will deposit Rs 30,000 for an entire year into the accounts of women under ‘Mai Bahin Maan Yojana’..” Tejashwi said while addressing a press conference on the last day of campaigning for the first phase of the elections.‘Bihar Got Not Even 1% of Gujarat’s Share’: Tejashwi Yadav Explodes at PM Modi”We spoke to women about the ‘Mai Bahin Maan Yojana’, and they are very excited about it,” he added.With Mai Bahin Yojana, Tejashwi joins a growing list of similar welfare schemes launched by govts ahead of assembly elections. These include Madhya Pradesh’s ‘Ladli Behena Yojana’, Maharashtra’s ‘Ladli Bahin Yojana’, and Jharkhand’s ‘Maiya Samman Yojana’, introduced by their respective CMs.Under this scheme, eligible women in Bihar will get Rs 2,500 every month directly deposited into their bank accounts starting December 1 and Rs 30,000 per year for the next five years.Tejashwi, however, said they will transfer Rs 30,000 on January 14 itself on the “demands of the mothers and sisters” of Bihar.RJD leader Tejashwi Yadav also annunced that farmers would be given Rs 300 per quintal of paddy and Rs 400 for wheat as a bonus over MSP.Tejashwi said heads of all Primary Agricultural Credit Societies (PACS) and Primary Marketing Cooperative Societies (Vyapar Mandals) will also be given the status of ‘people’s representatives’ in the state.“All farmers will be given Rs 300 per quintal of paddy and Rs 400 for wheat as a bonus over the Minimum Support Price (MSP), if the INDIA bloc comes to power,” Yadav said.”Besides, we are also planning to give honorarium to managers of registered 8,400 vyapar mandals and PACS in the state, if we form the government,” he said.About the AuthorTOI News DeskThe TOI News Desk comprises a dedicated and tireless team of journalists who operate around the clock to deliver the most current and comprehensive news and updates to the readers of The Times of India worldwide. With an unwavering commitment to excellence in journalism, our team is at the forefront of gathering, verifying, and presenting breaking news, in-depth analysis, and insightful reports on a wide range of topics. The TOI News Desk is your trusted source for staying informed and connected to the ever-evolving global landscape, ensuring that our readers are equipped with the latest developments that matter most.”Read MoreEnd of ArticleFollow Us On Social MediaVideosCongress vs Congress: Tharoor’s Essay Triggers Storm, BJP Adds Fuel With JibeIndia Dispatches Relief Material and Tonnes of Medicines to Earthquake-Hit Northern AfghanistanIndia Emerges Key Partner In Bhutan’s Global Peace Festival As PM Tobgay Highlights Modi’s SupportWorld Cup 2025: ‘Shift From Patriarchy…’: Ex-Cricketer On What Indian Women’s Victory Means‘Certified Liar’: BJP Hits Back At Mallikarjun Kharge Over ‘Jhooton Ke Sardar’ Jibe At PM ModiLakhisarai Voters Slam Vijay Sinha Over Poor Roads, Health And Education Woes | Bihar Elections‘NDA Will Form Govt Again Under Nitish Kumar’s Leadership’: Bihar Dy CM Vijay Sinha Ahead Of PollsIndian Worker From Odisha Kidnapped By RSF Militia In Sudan’s Darfur Region, Hostage Video SurfacesPM Modi Warns of Cong, RJD’s ‘Dangerous Plot’ to Alter Demographic Balance in Bihar Border DistrictsDefence Experts Offer Stark Warnings After Donald Trump Claims Pakistan Is Conducting Nuclear Tests123 Photostories When Indian women’s cricket captain Harmanpreet Kaur turned model for Shantnu & NikhilMohini Mudra: How this simple hand gesture boosts attractiveness and confidence5 iconic dad-daughter moments from Stranger Things between David Harbour and Millie Bobby BrownUnseen photos of young Shah Rukh Khan from his theater days resurface, offering a rare glimpse before stardomCholesterol and Statins: Myths vs. facts to prevent misdiagnosis and complications7 most breathtaking yellow animals and what gives them this colour8 Fall 2025 anime releases that should be on your list: From ‘One-Punch Man Season 3’ to ‘Who Made Me a Princess’Mobility after 30: Fitness expert shares five exercises to improvebonehealthFrom mermaid to A-line: Best petticoat styles to pair with your saree this wedding seasonLiver damage shows up in the urine first: Spot these 5 signs early123Hot PicksStock market holidayBank HolidayBihar Election 2025Gold rate todaySilver rate todayPublic Holidays NovemberBank Holidays NovemberTop TrendingTaylor SwiftJalen Green GirlfriendKyle KulinskiWilliam NylanderMLB Trade RumorsTravis Kelce InjuryJake PaulBlake TreinenTyrese Haliburton InjuryBengaluru Scooter Accident
NEW DELHI: Mahagathbandhan chief ministerial face Tejashwi Yadav on Tuesday said that his government will transfer Rs 30,000 to women if they are voted to power in the upcoming assembly elections.“After we form the Government, on Makar Sankranti – 14th January, we will deposit Rs 30,000 for an entire year into the accounts of women under ‘Mai Bahin Maan Yojana’..” Tejashwi said while addressing a press conference on the last day of campaigning for the first phase of the elections.
“We spoke to women about the ‘Mai Bahin Maan Yojana’, and they are very excited about it,” he added.With Mai Bahin Yojana, Tejashwi joins a growing list of similar welfare schemes launched by govts ahead of assembly elections. These include Madhya Pradesh’s ‘Ladli Behena Yojana’, Maharashtra’s ‘Ladli Bahin Yojana’, and Jharkhand’s ‘Maiya Samman Yojana’, introduced by their respective CMs.Under this scheme, eligible women in Bihar will get Rs 2,500 every month directly deposited into their bank accounts starting December 1 and Rs 30,000 per year for the next five years.Tejashwi, however, said they will transfer Rs 30,000 on January 14 itself on the “demands of the mothers and sisters” of Bihar.RJD leader Tejashwi Yadav also annunced that farmers would be given Rs 300 per quintal of paddy and Rs 400 for wheat as a bonus over MSP.Tejashwi said heads of all Primary Agricultural Credit Societies (PACS) and Primary Marketing Cooperative Societies (Vyapar Mandals) will also be given the status of ‘people’s representatives’ in the state.“All farmers will be given Rs 300 per quintal of paddy and Rs 400 for wheat as a bonus over the Minimum Support Price (MSP), if the INDIA bloc comes to power,” Yadav said.“Besides, we are also planning to give honorarium to managers of registered 8,400 vyapar mandals and PACS in the state, if we form the government,” he said.
