Delhi Introduces ‘Mahila Samridhi Yojana’ with Rs 2500 Monthly Support for Women

Fast Summary

• Delhi CM Rekha Gupta announced the approval of the ‘Mahila samridhi yojana’ by the Delhi Cabinet on March 8,2025.
• The scheme offers Rs 2,500 per month to women in Delhi.
• A budget of Rs 5,100 crore has been allocated for its implementation.
• Registration will begin soon with a portal launch led by CM Rekha Gupta.
• Union Minister JP Nadda and BJP President praised the initiative as support for women empowerment during an International Women’s Day event in Delhi.
• The initiative was part of BJP’s promise during the recent Delhi assembly elections.

Indian Opinion Analysis

The ‘Mahila Samridhi Yojana’ reflects both a political commitment and an attempt to bolster women’s economic participation in Delhi. By providing direct financial assistance, it aims to address immediate economic needs and enhance women’s empowerment. Allocating Rs 5,100 crore indicates critically important investment into this social welfare program. While it fulfills an electoral promise by the BJP, its effectiveness will likely depend on efficient implementation and accessibility. This move could set a precedent for other regions focusing on similar direct benefit schemes as tools for socio-economic upliftment.

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