Tue Jun 17 21:10:00 UTC 2025: **Summary:**

The Maharashtra cabinet, led by Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis, has approved a doubling of the monthly honorarium provided to individuals imprisoned for over a month during the Emergency (1975-1977). The decision, made on the 50th anniversary of the Emergency’s declaration, also extends half of the increased honorarium to surviving spouses of deceased eligible individuals. The scheme, called ‘Gaurav Yojana,’ was originally introduced in 2018. The revised honorariums will see those imprisoned for a month or more receive ₹10,000 and ₹20,000 per month, respectively, with surviving spouses receiving half of these amounts.

**News Article:**

**Maharashtra Doubles Honorarium for Emergency Detainees on 50th Anniversary**

**MUMBAI, June 18, 2025** – The Maharashtra cabinet has approved a significant increase in financial support for individuals imprisoned during the Emergency (1975-1977). Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis, presiding over the meeting, announced a doubling of the monthly honorarium provided under the ‘Gaurav Yojana’ scheme.

The decision, made on June 17, 2025, coincides with the 50th anniversary of the Emergency declared by then Prime Minister Indira Gandhi. Under the revised policy, individuals imprisoned for over a month during the Emergency will now receive ₹10,000 per month (previously ₹5,000), while those jailed for longer durations will receive ₹20,000 per month (previously ₹10,000).

In a move to further support families, the cabinet has also decided to extend benefits to surviving spouses. If an eligible individual has passed away, their spouse will now receive half of the increased honorarium.

“This decision is a recognition of the sacrifices made by those who stood up for democracy during a difficult period in our nation’s history,” stated Chief Minister Fadnavis. The ‘Gaurav Yojana’ scheme was initially introduced by Mr. Fadnavis in 2018.

Those eligible for the increased benefits can apply at their local district collectorate, with applications being reviewed by a committee. The announcement has been met with praise from various quarters as a fitting tribute to those who defended civil liberties during the Emergency.

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