Last Updated: 5 Jan 2025

Delhi's cabinet approved a ₹1,000 monthly assistance for women on 12 Dec 2024^[1]
-- Set to increase to ₹2,100 post-2025 elections^[1:1]

Announced on 04 March 2024 during Delhi Budget 2024^[2]

¶ Significance for Women

• This scheme aims to help millions of women in the national capital, particularly those who come from marginalised backgrounds
• By offering financial assistance for personal and professional development, the programme aims to bolster women's socio-economic independence
• It extends financial support to women who have historically faced barriers, thus paving the way for a more inclusive society where women can thrive independently
• With this initiative, women are empowered to break free from the shackles of financial dependence, enabling them to pursue their aspirations
• It heralds a new dawn of progress for women in the city, bringing us closer to a reality where gender equality isn't just an aspiration but a lived experience for all

REFERENCES:

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1. https://www.hindustantimes.com/cities/delhi-news/delhi-govt-clears-1-000-per-month-to-women-money-to-be-given-only-after-poll-101734023595641.html ↩︎ ↩︎

2. https://www.ndtv.com/delhi-news/all-you-need-to-know-about-the-eligibility-criteria-for-mukhyamantri-mahila-samman-yojana-announced-by-aap-5173327 ↩︎