Maharashtra Congress Pledges ‘Ladki Bahin’ Scheme Boost

Maharashtra’s senior Congress OBC leader and Leader of Opposition Vijay Wadettiwar announced on Monday that his party would increase the ‘Ladki Bahin’ scheme benefit from Rs 1,500 to Rs 2,500 if Congress gains power. “If voted into power, we will increase the amount for the ‘Ladki Bahin’ scheme from Rs 1,500 to Rs 2,500,” he promised after filing his nomination from the Bramhapuri Assembly seat.

During his nomination rally, Wadettiwar criticised the government on issues like corruption and inflation. He also addressed the OBC community‘s concerns, vowing to “stand by and protect the interests of the community.”

In his speech, former Chhattisgarh Chief Minister and AICC Vidarbha observer Bhupesh Baghel congratulated Wadettiwar, stating, “The people of Maharashtra have defended the Constitution from BJP’s assault,” and referred to the current political environment as a “trailer before the film” on November 20.

Wadettiwar, a two-term MLA from Bramhapuri since 2014 and former three-term Chimur representative, is set to play a critical role in the Congress campaign across Maharashtra, particularly in Vidarbha.

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Polling for the 288-member Maharashtra Assembly is scheduled for November 20, with vote counting to take place on November 23.