The Maharashtra government has made it compulsory to include the mother’s name in various official documents like birth certificates, school records, property papers, Aadhar cards, PAN cards, etc. This decision will come into effect from May 1st. However, orphaned individuals are not required to follow this rule.
Starting from May 1st, anyone born thereafter must follow this new requirement for school records, exam certificates, salary slips, and revenue documents.
Additionally, the state health department will discuss with the central government the possibility of including the mother’s name in birth and death registrations.
Mother’s First Name Mandatory on Govt Documents
The Maharashtra Cabinet recently announced a new requirement for government documents, making it mandatory to include the mother’s first name alongside the applicant’s first name and the father’s name and surname. This decision, made in the presence of CM Eknath Shinde, has been documented on the official website of the Maharashtra government.
Starting from May 1, 2014, individuals must follow this new format when registering for government documents like birth certificates, school records, property papers, Aadhar cards, PAN cards, etc. However, orphans are exempt from this requirement.
Married women will continue using the existing system, where their name is followed by their husband’s first name and surname.
The Women and Child Development department see this decision as a way to give mothers more recognition.
Furthermore, the state public health department is considering including the mother’s name in birth or death registrations, pending consultation with the Centre.
Initiatives for Women’s Recognition and Urban Development
In regards to married women, they can keep using the current naming convention where their name is followed by their husband’s first name and surname.
This move aims to give more recognition to mothers, as government documents usually prioritize the father’s name.
In other news, the Maharashtra cabinet recently approved 18 proposals. These include plans for a 300-acre park in Mumbai and a guesthouse in Ayodhya for pilgrims from Maharashtra.
Additionally, the cabinet gave the green light to reduce stamp duty for residents of BDD chawls and slums, and approved a scheme to build permanent houses for families of workers from 58 defunct textile mills in the city. These houses will be constructed under the Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana, with the state housing department allocating ₹3000 crore for the project.
Maharashtra Cabinet Approves Major Development Project
The Maharashtra Cabinet recently gave the green light to two significant projects: a 300-acre park in Mumbai and a guesthouse in Ayodhya for pilgrims from the state. Additionally, they approved a plan to lower stamp duty for residents of BDD chawls and slums.
Another notable approval is for building permanent houses for families of workers from 58 textile mills in Mumbai. This initiative falls under the Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana, with the state allocating ₹3000 crore for it.
Furthermore, the cabinet passed the Transgender Policy 2024, granting official recognition to the transgender community. This recognition enables them to access government scheme benefits based on eligibility criteria.
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Mother’s First Name Mandatory on Govt Documents FAQs
Q.1. When does the requirement to include mothers’ names in Maharashtra begin?
Ans. The requirement starts from May 1st, 2014.
Q.2. Who is exempt from including mothers’ names on official documents?
Ans. Orphaned individuals are exempt from this requirement.
Q.3. What naming convention do married women follow in Maharashtra?
Ans. Married women continue using the existing convention, where their name is followed by their husband’s first name and surname.
Q.4. What are some recent approvals by the Maharashtra Cabinet?
Ans. Recent approvals include plans for a 300-acre park in Mumbai, a guesthouse in Ayodhya, reducing stamp duty for residents of BDD chawls and slums, and schemes for permanent housing for families of textile mill workers.
Q.5. What benefits does the Transgender Policy 2024 in Maharashtra?
Ans. The Transgender Policy 2024 grants official recognition to the transgender community, enabling them to access government scheme benefits based on eligibility criteria.
