লক্ষ লক্ষ মহিলা ২০২৬ নির্বাচনের সময় Matri Shakti Bharosa Card পেয়েছিলেন। BJP leaders বিভিন্ন জায়গায় physical card distribute করেছিলেন এবং promise করেছিলেন প্রতি মাসে ₹3,000 financial support দেওয়া হবে। এখন BJP সরকার গঠন করেছে, কিন্তু official scheme-এর নাম হয়েছে Annapurna Bhandar বা Annapurna Yojana।
এই কারণেই এখন West Bengal জুড়ে সবচেয়ে বেশি search হচ্ছে — “Matri Shakti Bharosa Card আর Annapurna Yojana কি একই scheme?” “আমার card থাকলে কি টাকা automatically পাব?” “আবার apply করতে হবে কি?”
If you are confused about these names and schemes, don’t worry. এই article-এ simple language-এ পুরো বিষয়টা explain করা হলো.
✅ Short Answer — Yes, They Are the Same
The Matri Shakti Bharosa Card was BJP’s election campaign promise card. Annapurna Bhandar / Annapurna Yojana is the official government scheme. Same ₹3,000 monthly benefit. Same women beneficiaries. Only the official name changed after BJP formed the government.
From Election Promise To Official Government Scheme
During the 2026 West Bengal Assembly election campaign, BJP leaders, including Suvendu Adhikari and Smriti Irani, launched the Matri Shakti Bharosa Card campaign across Bengal.
Women were asked to fill out trust forms with their Aadhaar number, bank details and personal information. After submitting the forms, they received a physical Matri Shakti Bharosa Card, also called the Modi Guarantee Card.
এই card মূলত BJP-র নির্বাচনী প্রতিশ্রুতির প্রতীক ছিল। Women were told that if the BJP formed the government, eligible women would receive ₹3,000 every month directly into their bank accounts.
At that time, many people thought the Matri Shakti Bharosa Card itself was the final government scheme. But after the BJP won the election and formed the government, the official scheme was launched under a different administrative name.
On 19 May 2026, the West Bengal government officially notified the scheme, titled Annapurna Yojana, through Notification No. 2411-WCD/O/AB-4/2026.
The old Lakshmir Bhandar portal was renamed the Annapurna Yojana portal, and the BJP election promise became an official government welfare scheme.
📅 Timeline — How Matri Shakti Became Annapurna Bhandar
What Happens To The Matri Shakti Bharosa Card You Received?
This is one of the most common questions right now.
Many women think the physical Matri Shakti Bharosa Card is directly linked to the government’s DBT payment system. However, that is not fully correct.
ℹ️ Important Information About Your Card
The physical Matri Shakti Bharosa Card distributed during the election campaign was mainly a symbolic promise card. It is not directly connected to the government DBT payment system.
However, the information collected during the campaign — Aadhaar details, voter details and bank information — may be used by the government to identify potential beneficiaries.
Official enrollment happens through the Annapurna Bhandar government system and portal.
So if you received the card earlier, you should still follow official government announcements and complete verification if required.
শুধু physical card থাকলেই automatically টাকা শুরু হবে না। Official DBT verification গুরুত্বপূর্ণ.
Matri Shakti Bharosa Card vs Annapurna Yojana
| Feature | Matri Shakti Bharosa Card | Annapurna Yojana |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Election Campaign Card | Official Government Scheme |
| Launched By | BJP During Election Campaign | West Bengal Government |
| Launch Time | April 2026 | May 2026 |
| Monthly Benefit | Promised ₹3,000 | Confirmed ₹3,000 |
| Official Notification | No | Yes |
| DBT Linked | No | Yes |
| Portal | No Official Portal | wbpds.wb.gov.in |
| Physical Card | Yes | New Annapurna Card Expected |
| Same Scheme? | Yes — Campaign Version | Yes — Official Version |
Do Existing Lakshmir Bhandar Beneficiaries Need a Fresh Application?
The answer depends on whether you were already receiving Lakshmir Bhandar benefits earlier.
✅ Existing Lakshmir Bhandar Beneficiaries
Women already receiving Lakshmir Bhandar are expected to be automatically migrated to Annapurna Bhandar after verification. Fresh application may not be required. Aadhaar-linked active bank account maintain করতে হবে.
⚠️ New Applicants
Women who never received Lakshmir Bhandar earlier will likely need fresh application through the official portal from June 2026.
Why Did BJP Change The Name?
Many people are also asking why the BJP changed the name from the Matri Shakti Bharosa Card to the Annapurna Yojana.
The main reason is the administrative structure. Election campaign names are usually political branding tools, while official government schemes require formal departmental names and notifications.
“Matri Shakti Bharosa Card” was easier to promote during election campaigning. After forming the government, the administration officially adopted the name Annapurna Yojana under the Women & Child Development department notification.
তাই নাম আলাদা হলেও মূল scheme এবং monthly benefit একই রয়েছে.
When Will ₹3,000 Payments Start?
According to current government announcements, Annapurna Yojana benefits are expected to begin from 1 June 2026.
However, final payment timelines may depend on Aadhaar-bank verification, DBT processing and beneficiary approval status.
Women are advised to keep their Aadhaar-linked bank account active and complete any verification process requested by the local administration.
📢 Important Reminder
Your bank account should be Aadhaar linked and active for DBT payment. Dormant accounts may face payment delay issues.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Matri Shakti Bharosa Card the same as the Annapurna Yojana?
Yes. The Matri Shakti Bharosa Card was the BJP’s election campaign promise card, while Annapurna Yojana is the official government scheme launched after the BJP formed the government. Both refer to the same ₹3,000 monthly support promise for eligible women.
মাতৃশক্তি ভরসা কার্ড আর অন্নপূর্ণা যোজনা কি একই?
হ্যাঁ। মাতৃশক্তি ভরসা কার্ড ছিল BJP-র নির্বাচনী প্রতিশ্রুতির card এবং Annapurna Yojana হলো সেই প্রতিশ্রুতির সরকারি scheme.
Will I automatically receive money if I have the Matri Shakti Bharosa Card?
Not automatically. Having the physical Matri Shakti Bharosa Card does not guarantee DBT payment. Official Aadhaar-bank verification and government enrollment are still required.
What is the official scheme name — Annapurna Bhandar or Annapurna Yojana?
According to official government notification number 2411-WCD/O/AB-4/2026 dated 19 May 2026, the official name is Annapurna Yojana.
Do existing Lakshmir Bhandar beneficiaries need a fresh application?
Current reports suggest existing Lakshmir Bhandar beneficiaries may be automatically migrated to Annapurna Yojana after verification.
Do I need to return the Matri Shakti Bharosa Card?
No. There is no official instruction asking women to return the Matri Shakti Bharosa Card distributed during the election campaign.
🏁 Final Thoughts
Matri Shakti Bharosa Card and Annapurna Yojana are essentially two names for the same ₹3,000 women’s welfare promise, one a political campaign version and the other an official government version.
The physical card distributed during elections helped the BJP build trust among women voters across West Bengal. After forming the government, the promise was officially renamed the Annapurna Bhandar Yojana.
For women across Bengal, this may become one of the biggest welfare schemes of 2026.
Official announcements, portal updates এবং Aadhaar-bank verification status নিয়মিত check করা গুরুত্বপূর্ণ.