Archive · 3 Aug 2026
Delhi Lakshmi Yojana: 1.45 Lakh Women Register in 24 Hours
The Delhi government started a new program called the Delhi Lakshmi Yojana to help women who earn little money.
Women between 21 and 60 years old can get ₹2,500 every month.
Half of that money is put in a bank account that can’t be touched for three years, and the other half is sent directly to them.
To apply, women need a letter from their local MP or MLA.
Over 1.45 lakh women signed up in the first day after the program began, showing it is very popular.
More than 1.45 lakh women registered for the scheme within 24 hours of launch.
Each beneficiary receives ₹2,500 monthly, split between a fixed deposit and direct cash.
Eligibility requires women aged 21‑60, family income ≤ ₹2.5 lakh, and no other benefits or government jobs.
Applicants must obtain a recommendation letter from their MP or MLA to apply.
Delhi government allocated ₹5,100 crore for the program.
- Who
- Delhi government led by Chief Minister Rekha Gupta
- What
- Launch of the Delhi Lakshmi Yojana cash transfer scheme for low‑income women
- When
- Scheme launched on 1 August 2024; registrations reported by 2 August 2024
- Where
- Delhi, India
- Why
- To provide financial assistance to women as part of BJP’s election promises
- Scheme name
- Delhi Lakshmi Yojana
- Launch date
- 1 August 2024
- Monthly assistance
- ₹2,500 (₹1,500 in fixed deposit, ₹1,000 direct)
- Total allocation
- ₹5,100 crore
- Eligibility age
- 21 to 60 years
- Income limit
- Annual family income up to ₹2.5 lakh
