Mann Government’s Rs 1,170 Crore Gift for Empowerment of Widows and Destitute Women

Punjab Govt's historic initiative: The Punjab Government has taken a historic initiative towards social security and women’s empowerment. Under the leadership of Chief Minister Shri Bhagwant Singh Mann, a provision of Rs 1,170 crore has been made for widows and destitute women for the financial year 2025-26. This step not only provides economic strength to women but also leads them towards dignity and self-reliance.

Punjab Govt's Financial Assistance 

Dr. Baljit Kaur, Minister of Social Security, Women and Child Development, informed that by August 2025 alone, Rs 593.14 crore has been directly transferred to the accounts of beneficiaries, benefiting 6.66 lakh women. This is not just financial relief, but represents new confidence for women who are struggling with life’s challenges.

Dr. Baljit Kaur said that the Mann Government’s intention is not merely to provide financial assistance, but to make women empowered and self-reliant. With this support, women are becoming pillars of support for their families and securing their children’s future.

Direct transfer to bank accounts

The biggest feature of this scheme is its transparency. Direct transfer to bank accounts has eliminated the role of middlemen and strengthened public trust in the government.

Today, women of Punjab are not only standing on their own feet with this assistance, but are also setting an example of positive change in society.

Punjab is rapidly moving towards becoming empowered

Dr. Baljit Kaur concluded by saying that under Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann’s leadership, Punjab is rapidly moving towards becoming a secure, empowered and inclusive state, and this provision of Rs 1,170 crore is proof of elevating women’s strength and dignity to new heights.