odisha news: Bhubaneswar, (Reporterspen), Jan 21:In a significant development, the Odisha government is urging women residing outside the state to take advantage of the Subhadra Yojana. Deputy Chief Minister Pravati Parida announced that the fourth phase of the first installment of funds will be disbursed soon, encouraging eligible women to apply for the scheme without delay.
Parida highlighted that many women currently living outside the state have not yet submitted their applications. “We are committed to ensuring that these women receive financial assistance through the scheme. I urge them to apply as soon as possible,” she stated during a press briefing.
The Deputy Chief Minister also emphasized the importance of updating Know Your Customer (KYC) information, noting that over 200,000 beneficiaries still need to complete this process. She urged all applicants to finalize their KYC updates before the rollout of the fourth phase, expected in late January 2025.
With more than 2 million women set to receive financial support soon, the specific date for disbursement will be announced after an inquiry to assess the number of applicants. Additionally, the Odisha cabinet has established March 31, 2025, as the registration deadline for the financial year 2024-25. Assistance under the Subhadra Yojana will be distributed biannually, coinciding with International Women’s Day on March 8 and Raksha Bandhan in August.
