'Mahalakshmi Scheme': Congress leader Sonia Gandhi promises assistance of Rs 1 lakh to women of poor households

Congress leader Sonia Gandhi has announced a financial assistance scheme called 'Mahalakshmi,' offering Rs 1 lakh annually to women from poor households. This announcement comes during the fourth phase of the Lok Sabha elections. Meanwhile, Jairam Ramesh criticized Prime Minister Modi for not responding to Rahul Gandhi's invitation for a debate. The Lok Sabha polls are ongoing in 96 constituencies across nine states and one Union Territory, with significant contests in various constituencies.