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Delhi Lakshmi Yojana registrations to continue until 17 lakh target
Registration for the Delhi Lakshmi Yojana will continue until the Delhi government reaches its target of 17 lakh women, Chief Minister Rekha Gupta said. The scheme offers eligible women from economically weaker…
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Registration for the Delhi Lakshmi Yojana will continue until the Delhi government reaches its target of 17 lakh women, Chief Minister Rekha Gupta said. The scheme offers eligible women from economically weaker sections monthly assistance of Rs 2,500. Beneficiaries can choose Rs 1,000 through a CBDC wallet and Rs 1,500 in a recurring or fixed deposit, or put the full amount into an RD or FD.
Livemint, citing PTI, reported about 5.92 lakh registrations in 10 days. A separate statement from the Chief Minister’s Office put registrations at 5,14,460 and submitted applications at 2,18,728 as of last week. Applicants can register and track applications on dly.delhi.gov.in using their mobile number, date of birth and captcha. The government aims to release the first instalment on 28 August.
The Indian Opinion
The scheme’s supporters may present the registration count as proof of smooth delivery, while critics may dismiss the portal as another announcement. Neither claim is settled yet. The real test is whether document checks, banking and payments work without excluding eligible women, especially since applications are subject to four-level scrutiny. The government should publish verified district-wise approvals and payments, not just registrations. The number that will matter first is the instalments actually credited on 28 August.
Source: livemint.com
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