New Delhi, Jan. 13 -- Maharashtra government will not disburse the January installment of the 'Ladki Bahin Yojana' ahead of schedule, following directions from the State Election Commission (SEC), said Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis.

He noted that although it has been customary to provide advance payments under the scheme during major festivals to support economically weaker women, this time the monthly assistance of Rs.1,500 will be deposited only after January 16. The date coincides with the counting of votes for elections held in 29 municipal corporations, Fadnavis mentioned, according to PTI.

He stated, "We are releasing regular instalments. Our practice has been to give an advance instalment during major festivals. Since the comm...