MP Ladli Behna Audit Sparks Debate Before Hike

The Madhya Pradesh government has announced an audit of the Ladli Behna beneficiary list ahead of raising monthly assistance from ₹1,250 to ₹1,500 after Diwali.

Officials have urged women who do not qualify for the scheme to withdraw voluntarily, aiming to ensure that funds reach the deserving recipients.

The announcement has sparked debates on transparency and raised questions about the fair distribution of government welfare funds in Madhya Pradesh politics.