New Delhi, May 24 -- Madhya Pradesh's Ladli Behna Yojana currently provides Rs.1,250 per month to over 1.25 crore women beneficiaries. But many still remain confused over one key question - can married women, salaried women and government employees apply for the scheme? Here's a clear look at who is eligible, who is excluded, and the rules applicants must meet.

The Ladli Behna Scheme was launched in June 2023 to promote economic empowerment, self-reliance and dignity among women in Madhya Pradesh. Since its inception, 35 installments have already been transferred till April 2026.

Initially, eligible women received Rs.1,000 per month under the scheme. The amount was later increased to Rs.1,250 in October 2023 and further raised to Rs.1,5...