Ladki Bahin Yojana Fraud: Husband Withdraws Wife’s Scheme Funds Through Another Woman in Buldhana

Buldhana, Maharashtra: A shocking case has emerged from Buldhana district, where a husband allegedly misappropriated funds meant for his wife under the Chief Minister’s “Mazi Ladki Bahin Yojana.” Neha Vishal Chavan of Rajgarh village has accused her husband, Vishal Chavan, of taking another woman to the bank and withdrawing nearly ₹5,800 from her account. Following the alleged fraud, she has filed a police complaint against her husband and the bank officials involved.

What Happened?
Neha Chavan, a married woman from Rajgarh in Mehkar Taluka, had been staying in Rajankhed, Akola district, for the past year due to marital disputes. She was eligible for the Ladki Bahin Yojana, which provides ₹1,500 per month. To receive these benefits, she opened a savings account at the Maharashtra Gramin Bank, Dongaon branch, where the scheme’s payments were credited.

According to the complaint, Vishal Chavan allegedly took another woman to the bank and withdrew ₹2,800 on 11 August 2025 using a forged signature. On 3 November 2025, he allegedly repeated the act, withdrawing another ₹3,000. The bank staff reportedly did not verify the withdrawals. Neha Chavan has lodged a formal complaint with the Dongaon Police Station alleging unauthorized withdrawals from her account.

Bank Initiates Investigation
Branch Officer Sachin Gode of Maharashtra Gramin Bank stated that CCTV footage will be reviewed as part of the investigation. He added that the incident can only be clarified after verifying signatures on the withdrawal slips and completing a thorough internal inquiry.