Amid widespread speculation that the Mukhyamantri Majhi Ladki Bahin Yojana could be discontinued, Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis has issued a clarification, saying that the popular women’s welfare scheme will not be stopped. CM Fadnavis' clarification comes as the lakhs of women beneficiaries await the October 2025 or the 16th installment of INR 1,500.