Odisha Extends Subhadra Yojana Deadline to March 31 – Apply Now for ₹15,000

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In a significant move to ensure maximum coverage under its flagship Subhadra Yojana, the Odisha government has extended the Subhadra Yojana application deadline to March 31, 2025. This extension is aimed at accommodating all eligible women who have not yet registered for financial assistance under the scheme.

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Subhadra Yojana: Financial Empowerment for Women

Launched by Prime Minister Narendra Modi on September 17, 2024, the Subhadra Yojana is designed to provide financial aid to low-income women, fostering economic independence and self-reliance. The scheme promises a one-time assistance of Rs 15,000, disbursed in three equal instalments of Rs 5,000 each. The payments for this fiscal year are scheduled to be released on August 9, 2025, coinciding with Rakhi Purnima.

Eligibility Criteria for Subhadra Yojana

Women meeting the following criteria can apply for the scheme:

Age Limit: Born between July 2, 1964, and July 1, 2003.
Income Criteria: Family income should be less than Rs 2.5 lakh per annum.
Employment: Open to ASHA and Anganwadi workers, as well as those employed through outsourcing agencies.

Additionally, women who will turn 21 years old by July 1, 2025, will be eligible to apply once a new application window opens. However, women above 60 years of age will be excluded from the scheme.

Key Disbursement Dates

The government has announced the following disbursement dates for the fifth phase of the scheme:

First Instalment: March 6, 2025.
Second Instalment: March 8, 2025 (International Women’s Day).

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More than one crore women are set to receive the second instalment during a special event in Berhampur.

Odisha Government’s Commitment to Women’s Welfare

Deputy Chief Minister Pravati Parida, who also heads the Women and Child Development Department, emphasized that the state government has successfully reached its target of covering over one crore women before the second instalment release. She credited the efforts of Anganwadi workers, grassroots-level staff, and bank mitras for achieving this milestone.

With a budget allocation of Rs 55,825 crore over five years, the Subhadra Yojana stands as a testament to Odisha’s commitment to women’s financial empowerment.

How to Apply for Subhadra Yojana?

Eligible women can apply for the scheme through the official government portal: subhadra.odisha.gov.in or designated registration centers before March 31, 2025. Timely registration ensures that beneficiaries receive financial support without delay.

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Conclusion

The extension of the Subhadra Yojana application deadline presents a vital opportunity for eligible women to secure financial assistance. With over one crore beneficiaries already enrolled, the scheme continues to make a significant impact in enhancing women’s economic independence in Odisha.

For more updates, stay tuned to official government announcements and apply before the deadline!

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