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Maharashtra's election commission probes if giving Rs 3,000 welfare cash before Jan. 15 polls breaks election rules.
The Maharashtra State Election Commission has asked the chief secretary to report on whether the state plans to disburse two months of Ladki Bahin Yojana benefits—Rs 3,000—before the January 15 municipal elections, citing potential violations of the Model Code of Conduct.
The move, announced by BJP minister Girish Mahajan, drew opposition criticism, with Congress accusing the government of using welfare funds for electoral gain.
While the government maintains the scheme is continuous and not bound by election rules, the SEC is assessing if the timing could influence voters.
The inquiry seeks clarity by January 12, as tensions rise over election fairness.
La comisión electoral de Maharashtra investiga si dar 3.000 rupias en efectivo de bienestar antes de las elecciones del 15 de enero rompe las reglas electorales.