The Gruha Lakshmi scheme, one of the five guarantee schemes of the Karnataka government, has been a boon for women's economic empowerment. Under this scheme, women who are the heads of their households receive ₹2,000 directly transferred to their bank accounts every month. This is providing women with self-reliance, and many are saving this money to purchase essential household items.
Recent Incident: Fridge Purchase in Raichur District
Hanumamma Nadulamani, a housewife from Uppaladoddi village in Sindhanur taluk of Raichur district, saved the monthly ₹2,000 received under the Gruha Lakshmi scheme without spending it. Until now, she has received approximately 23 installments, accumulating around ₹17,000, and in January 2026, she purchased a new fridge.
After buying the fridge, Hanumamma said, "The Gruha Lakshmi scheme has brought a major change in the lives of women." She expressed gratitude to Chief Minister Siddaramaiah, Deputy Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar, and Minister Lakshmi Hebbalkar.
Village leader Veeresh said, "Before criticizing, one should see the peace on people's faces." This incident shows the positive impact of the scheme and there are no allegations of misuse.
Previous Similar Incidents
Since the implementation of the Gruha Lakshmi scheme, many women have saved this money and used it to buy household necessities or start businesses, making headlines. Some examples:
- In 2024, in Shiggaon, Haveri district: A woman named Lata saved money from the Gruha Lakshmi scheme and bought a fridge. Deputy Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar appreciated this.
- In 2025, in Alavandi-Halavagali village: Parvatamma Mailarappa Bangi purchased a fridge worth ₹27,000 and gave it to her son's tea shop.
- Other examples: In Belagavi district, purchases such as grinding machines, vegetable carts, rotavators, cupboards, scooters, cows, or opening shops have made news. Some have hosted village feasts or built libraries, contributing to society.
All these incidents demonstrate the proper utilization of the scheme.
The Uppaladoddi incident is another example of the success of the Gruha Lakshmi scheme. This scheme has brought positive change in the lives of rural women, helping them realize big dreams through small savings. The media has widely reported this positively.
