Bhubaneswar, Jan 8: Odisha’s Deputy Chief Minister, Pravati Parida, announced today that financial assistance under the Subhadra scheme will be credited to both new and re-included beneficiaries by the end of this week.

According to Parida, a total of 4,57,681 women across the state will receive financial support under the scheme. This includes both newly enrolled beneficiaries and women who were previously excluded but have now been reinstated following verification.

Of the total beneficiaries, 1,78,398 newly enrolled women will receive ₹5,000 as the first instalment. Additionally, 2,55,265 women who were earlier excluded from the scheme have now been re-included and will also receive the same amount. Another 24,018 women have been added to the list following grievance hearings.

The Subhadra scheme is part of Odisha's efforts to support women across the state, ensuring they receive necessary financial aid.