Ladki Bahin Yojana: Election Commission Clears Double Installment Amidst Polls

• Government plans to release two months' grants together for Ladki Bahin Yojana beneficiaries.
• Election Commission has given a green signal, stating the code of conduct is not an obstacle for the pre-existing scheme.
• Combined installment of ₹1500/month likely to be credited 2-4 days before municipal elections.
• Only 1.60 crore out of 2.42 crore beneficiaries completed mandatory KYC by the December 31 deadline.
• Approximately 50-60 lakh beneficiaries may be excluded due to incomplete KYC, curbing fake claims.

Why It Matters: Ladki Bahin Yojana beneficiaries to receive double installment soon, despite elections, but KYC issues persist.