Uttar Pradesh Launches Kanya Sumangala Expansion.

State News | Dated: 23 Feb 2026

The Uttar Pradesh government has expanded the Mukhyamantri Kanya Sumangala Yojana, increasing the financial grant given to families for the birth and education of a girl child from Rs 15,000 to Rs 25,000 to promote women empowerment.

🎯 Key Highlights:

  • The amount is disbursed in six different phases from birth to graduation.
  • The scheme aims to eradicate female foeticide and promote girls education.
  • Only two daughters from a single family can benefit from this scheme.

💡 Other Important Facts:

  • Scheme: Kanya Sumangala.
  • State: Uttar Pradesh.
  • New Grant: Rs 25000.

📚 Test Your Knowledge:

Which state government recently increased the financial grant under the Kanya Sumangala Yojana to Rs 25,000?

Correct Answer: Uttar Pradesh

🚀 Quick Recap:

About Uttar Pradesh

  • Capital - Lucknow
  • Governor - Anandiben Patel