The Economic Times

Nearly 40 lakh beneficiaries to get Rs 9,000 next week, announces Himanta Biswa Sarma on Women's Day

Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma announced a significant financial boost for women. Nearly 40 lakh beneficiaries of the Orunodoi scheme will receive Rs 9,000 each next week. This consolidated payment, including grants for four months and an additional amount, will total Rs 3,600 crore. This marks a record single-day bank transfer under a government scheme.