<h1>Madhya Pradesh increases Ladli Behna Yojana monthly aid from Rs 1,250 to Rs 1,500 benefiting 1.27 crore women</h1> The Madhya Pradesh government announced an increase in monthly aid under the Ladli Behna Yojana from Rs 1,250 to Rs 1,500 after Diwali, benefiting over 1.27 crore women. The Chief Minister allocated a special budget of Rs 27,147 crore for women, including Rs 18,699 crore for this scheme. Additionally, beneficiaries will receive an extra Rs 250 on Raksha Bandhan. The scheme, launched in June 2023 with Rs 1,000 monthly aid, was gradually increased and is credited with helping the ruling party's electoral success in November 2023 assembly polls.