Maharashtra's State Election Commission (SEC) is seeking a report from the chief secretary regarding claims by Minister Girish Mahajan that financial aid under the Ladki Bahin Yojana will be disbursed before Makar Sankranti, ahead of January 15 civic polls. Opposition parties, including Congress, have complained to the SEC, alleging the move violates the Model Code of Conduct and aims to influence voters. While Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis stated the scheme is continuous and not subject to election code, an official noted potential delays due to the code.