Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Mohan Yadav on September 24, 2026, alleged that Congress wants to stop the Ladli Behna Yojana, a monthly financial assistance scheme for eligible women in the state. His remarks came after a petition challenging the scheme was filed before the Madhya Pradesh High Court’s Gwalior Bench.Key HighlightsMohan Yadav alleged that Congress wants the Ladli Behna Yojana to be stopped.A petition seeking an end to the scheme was filed by former Congress councillor Sudha Dubey.The Madhya Pradesh High Court has issued notices to the state government.The court has not ordered the scheme or its payments to be stopped.What Did Mohan Yadav Say?Speaking at a programme in Punjapura, Mohan Yadav said the BJP-led state government was providing monthly financial assistance to women through the scheme. He alleged that Congress was unhappy with the programme."Yadav claimed that the state government had provided around ₹55,000 crore to beneficiaries under the scheme so far. He also criticised Congress over its opposition to the scheme."His remarks are political allegations and represent the chief minister's position on the ongoing controversy.Why Is the Ladli Behna Yojana in Court?The controversy began after Sudha Dubey, a former Congress councillor from Gwalior, filed a public interest litigation before the Madhya Pradesh High Court.The petition challenges the existing structure and financial burden of the Madhya Pradesh Ladli Behna scheme. It seeks an end to the scheme and a halt to the monthly assistance of ₹1,500 being provided to more than 1.25 crore women.The petitioner has also questioned whether direct monthly payments provide long-term economic empowerment and has argued for greater focus on employment, skills and vocational training.What Has the High Court Said?The Madhya Pradesh High Court's Gwalior Bench has issued notices to the state government and sought its response to the issues raised in the petition.The court has also sought details concerning the beneficiaries and payments under the scheme. Importantly, the court has not directed the government to stop the scheme or suspend the ₹1,500 monthly assistance at this stage.Therefore, the Ladli Behna Yojana 2026 continues while the legal proceedings are pending.When Was the Latest Instalment Released?The state government released the 40th instalment of the scheme on September 13, 2026. Reports said around 1.25 crore women were to receive ₹1,500 each, involving approximately ₹1,835 crore in direct transfers.The current court proceedings do not mean that the 40th instalment has been cancelled.What Is the Current Status?The Ladli Behna Yojana latest news is that the scheme is facing a legal challenge, while the state government has been asked to respond to the petition.Mohan Yadav has criticised the petition and alleged that Congress wants the scheme stopped. Congress's position and the petitioner's arguments concern the scheme's financial structure and effectiveness.The final decision on the petition will be taken through the judicial process. Until then, the scheme and its monthly assistance remain in operation.Also Read : MP CM Mohan Yadav Distributes Scooties to Over 7,400 Class 12 Students
