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Maharashtra Cabinet mandates mother's name on government documents

With the decision set to be implemented from May 1, 2024, authorities will have adequate time to prepare for the transition and ensure seamless integration of the mother's name requirement into existing documentation processes.

Maharashtra CM Eknath Shinde Image Source : PTI/FILE PHOTOMaharashtra CM Eknath Shinde during a special session of the state assembly.

The Maharashtra cabinet has unanimously agreed to make it compulsory to include the mother's name on all government documents, including birth certificates, school records, property documents, Aadhar cards, and PAN cards. This decision, aimed at acknowledging the crucial role of mothers, is slated to take effect from May 1, 2024.