Maharashtra's Ladki Bahin Scheme: Pre-poll Populism, Post-poll Burden

The Indian Express · top

Maharashtra's Ladki Bahin scheme, a pre-election populist measure, helped the NDA alliance secure a significant victory in state polls, overcoming a Lok Sabha setback. However, this populism comes with a considerable financial burden for the government. The scheme's implementation and its long-term fiscal implications are now a key concern for the newly formed administration, highlighting the trade-offs between electoral gains and economic sustainability.