‘I’ll buy pomegranates, maybe even a dragon fruit…’: As Punjab rolls out cash assistance, hope, celebration among women | Chandigarh News

Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann launched the "Satkar Rashi" scheme in Punjab, providing monthly financial assistance to women. The program, designed to improve the lives of 98 lakh beneficiaries, began with three months of payments totaling Rs 9,300 crore. Women across the state received their first installment, with many expressing relief and excitement about its potential impact on their families. The scheme is expected to continue uninterrupted despite political criticism from the opposition who claim it was a tactic to win votes.