Maharashtra government has announced the early release of the Ladki Bahin Yojana Diwali Bonus 2025. If you are a woman enrolled in this program, you’ll receive your October and November payments before Diwali. This early bonus helps many women in Maharashtra celebrate the festival without worrying about money.
About Ladki Bahin Yojana Diwali Bonus 2025
Under this scheme, women in Maharashtra get up to ₹1500 every month directly in their bank accounts through DBT (Direct Benefit Transfer). This makes sure the money reaches you quickly and safely. For Diwali 2025, the state government decided to pay the 4th and 5th installments early, combining them into a ₹3000 bonus to support your festival expenses.
How Much is Ladki Bahin Yojana Diwali Bonus?
The government pays two months’ installments in advance during Diwali. For example, women in Akkalkot area have already received this early payment. Maharashtra spends around ₹3,700 crore monthly helping these beneficiaries. This support helps you buy festival essentials happily.
Important Details of Ladki Bahin Yojana Diwali Bonus
| Scheme Name | Majhi Ladki Bahin Yojana |
| Launching Authority | Maharashtra Government |
| Purpose | Financial help for women during Diwali |
| Beneficiaries | Women aged 21-65 below Rs. 2.5 lakh family income |
| Bonus Amount | ₹3,000 (October + November installments) |
| Mode of Payment | Direct bank transfer linked with Aadhaar |
| Expected Beneficiaries | Over 1 crore women in Maharashtra |
| Year | 2025 |
| Official Portal | Ladaki Bahin Maharashtra Portal |
Who Can Apply?
- You must be a permanent resident of Maharashtra.
- You should be a woman aged between 21 and 65 years.
- Women can be married, unmarried, divorced, abandoned, or widowed.
- You need to have a bank account in your own name.
- Your family’s yearly income must be less than ₹2.5 lakh.
Documents Needed
- Aadhaar Card matching your name.
- Address proof such as Old Ration Card (at least 15 years old), Voter ID (15 years old), Birth Certificate, or School Leaving Certificate.
- If you’re using your husband’s address proof, any of these documents for him are accepted.
- Income proof is required if you are married or have other income; it’s not needed if you are a widow or divorced.
- If your name is not on the ration card (for newly married women), you can submit your husband’s ration card.
- Your bank account must be linked with Aadhaar.
- Submit a guarantee form and a photograph when applying.
How to Check Ladki Bahin Yojana Diwali Bonus Status Online?
- Visit the official Ladki Bahin Maharashtra website.
- Find the “Check Diwali bonus” option on the homepage and click it.
- Fill in all the required details on the new page that opens.
- Check your information and click on “Submit” to see your bonus status.
Contact Information
If you need help, you can call the helpline number: 181.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the monthly financial help under Ladki Bahin Yojana?
The government gives ₹1500 per month to eligible women under this scheme.
Which installments are paid early for the Diwali bonus?
The 4th and 5th installments (October and November payments) are paid together before Diwali.
Who can get Ladki Bahin Yojana benefits?
Women aged 21 to 65 years, living in Maharashtra, with family income below ₹2.5 lakh, can apply.
With the early Diwali bonus from Ladki Bahin Yojana, many women in Maharashtra can celebrate the festival more comfortably and confidently. Check your status online and enjoy these benefits!