Mahtari Vandan Diwali Gift: Amit Shah to Release ₹632.64 Crore for Chhattisgarh Women Tomorrow

Chhattisgarh Chief Minister Vishnu Deo Sai presents a bouquet to Union Home and Cooperation Minister Amit Shah during an earlier meeting. Shah will attend the Rajyotsav celebrations as chief guest on Tuesday, November 3, 2026, and release the 33rd instalment of the Mahtari Vandan Yojana for over 67.40 lakh women. (File photo) Photo: primelookindia.com

Over 67.40 lakh beneficiaries to receive assistance during Rajyotsav celebrations on November 3; cumulative transfers under the scheme to cross ₹21,350 crore

Key Highlights

• Union Home and Cooperation Minister Amit Shah will attend the Rajyotsav programme as chief guest.
• Chief Minister Vishnu Deo Sai will preside over the event.
• A total of ₹632,63,67,750 will be transferred directly to 67,40,410 eligible women.
• The November payment marks the scheme’s 33rd instalment.
• Another 6,908 women from Niyad Nella Nar camp areas will receive their 13th instalment.

Raipur: Women across Chhattisgarh are set to receive financial assistance ahead of Diwali, with Union Home and Cooperation Minister Amit Shah scheduled to release the 33rd instalment of the Mahtari Vandan Yojana during the Rajyotsav celebrations on Tuesday, November 3.

A total of ₹632,63,67,750—approximately ₹632.64 crore—will be transferred through Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) to the bank accounts of 67,40,410 eligible women across the state.

Shah will attend the programme on the main stage at the Rajyotsav venue as chief guest, while Chief Minister Vishnu Deo Sai will preside. The November instalment comes ahead of the festival, providing timely support for beneficiaries’ household and festive requirements.

Assistance to Reach Over 67.40 Lakh Women

The beneficiaries include 67,33,502 women who have completed their e-KYC and are eligible to receive the November instalment.

An additional 6,908 women from Niyad Nella Nar camp areas will receive their 13th instalment, taking the total number covered in this round of transfers to 67,40,410.

The scheme aims to strengthen women’s economic empowerment and self-reliance through regular financial assistance credited directly to their bank accounts.

Total Assistance to Cross ₹21,350 Crore

The Mahtari Vandan Yojana commenced on March 1, 2024, and Prime Minister Narendra Modi released its first instalment on March 10 that year.

Under Chief Minister Sai’s leadership, women beneficiaries have received a cumulative ₹20,717.87 crore through the first 32 instalments, according to the state government’s figures.

Following the release of the 33rd instalment, the cumulative assistance will rise to ₹21,350.50 crore.

The continuing transfers support women in meeting everyday expenses and contributing to their families’ economic activities. The payment ahead of Diwali will also provide beneficiaries with additional financial support during the festive period.

Payment Status Available Online

Beneficiaries can check their payment status and obtain scheme-related information through the official portal, mahtarivandan.cgstate.gov.in, and the scheme’s mobile application available on the Play Store.