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Subhadra Yojana Fourth Installment to Benefit One Crore Women on March 8

Odisha government announces ₹5,000 crore transfer under Subhadra Yojana fourth installment for one crore women on International Women’s Day.

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  KEY TAKEAWAYS:
  • One crore women in Odisha will receive the fourth Subhadra Yojana installment on March 8.
  • ₹5,000 crore will be directly transferred to beneficiaries’ bank accounts.
  • The scheme aims to strengthen women’s financial independence and rural economy.

Bhubaneswar: The Subhadra Yojana fourth installment will be disbursed on March 8, marking International Women’s Day with a major financial push for women across Odisha. The announcement was made by Pravati Parida, confirming that over one crore women will receive direct benefit transfers.

Each eligible beneficiary will receive support under the state’s flagship women empowerment initiative, reinforcing the government’s focus on inclusive economic growth.

₹5,000 Crore Direct Transfer Planned Under Subhadra Yojana

The Odisha government will transfer a total of ₹5,000 crore into the bank accounts of women beneficiaries in a single-day disbursement. This large-scale transfer reflects the expanding reach of the Subhadra Yojana and its growing role in household-level economic security.

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Officials say the timely release of funds is designed to ensure liquidity at the grassroots level, especially in rural and semi-urban regions.

Subhadra Yojana Fourth Installment Announced at Kakatpur Event

Deputy Chief Minister Parida revealed the rollout schedule while addressing a government programme in Kakatpur. She emphasized that the initiative is not only a welfare measure but also a tool for stimulating the rural economy.


According to the state leadership, financial support under the scheme helps women invest in livelihoods, manage household expenses, and gain greater control over personal finances.

Growing Reach of the Subhadra Yojana Scheme

The Subhadra Yojana has steadily expanded since its launch by the Odisha Government, with each installment covering a larger number of beneficiaries.

So far, the scheme has delivered assistance on a massive scale:

  • First installment supported over 90 lakh women
  • Second installment reached around 95 lakh women
  • Third installment crossed the one-crore beneficiary mark

The fourth installment is expected to consolidate these gains and further stabilize women-led households.

Strengthening Women’s Financial Independence in Odisha

With the Subhadra Yojana fourth installment, the government aims to deepen women’s participation in the state’s economic progress. Policymakers believe consistent financial assistance builds resilience, reduces dependency, and encourages long-term economic planning among beneficiaries.

As Odisha prepares for the March 8 transfer, the scheme stands out as one of the state’s most impactful social welfare initiatives, aligning economic policy with women-centric development goals.

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