Here is the whole scheme in one place: what you get, who qualifies, how to apply, and what to check.
| Scheme | Delhi Lakshmi Yojana (earlier called Mahila Samriddhi Yojana) |
|---|---|
| Department | Women and Child Welfare Department, Government of NCT of Delhi |
| Benefit | Rs 2,500 a month in direct cash assistance |
| Who can apply | Eligible women aged 21 to 60 living in Delhi |
| How it is paid | Direct cash assistance to eligible beneficiaries, as per final guidelines |
| Apply at | Official Delhi government website, and the dedicated registration portal once it is live |
| Cost to apply | Free |
Key points
- Rs 2,500 a month for eligible women aged 21 to 60.
- Only the eldest eligible woman in a family is entitled to the benefit.
- Family income must not exceed Rs 2.5 lakh a year, and families must have lived in Delhi for at least 10 years.
- The scheme is still being rolled out, so confirm the final guidelines before applying.
So what exactly does a woman get?
Eligible women receive financial assistance of Rs 2,500 every month.
Graphic: News Anek, from the facts in this report
The money is direct cash assistance, meant to support women's financial independence.
The government has not yet confirmed every withdrawal detail, so check the official site for the final rules.
Amounts and rules can change, so please confirm on the official site before relying on them.
Who can apply, and who cannot?
The woman must be between 21 and 60 years of age.
Her family must have lived in Delhi for at least 10 years.
The annual income of her family must not exceed Rs 2.5 lakh.
Only the eldest eligible woman of the family is entitled to the assistance.
Women or families with a criminal record are not eligible.
Women receiving benefits under any government pension or financial assistance scheme are excluded.
Women from families owning a four-wheeler are excluded.
Earlier proposals to allow more than one woman per family were under discussion, so the final rule may differ. Confirm the latest guidelines.
Why was the scheme renamed, and when does it start?
The Delhi government has officially renamed Mahila Samriddhi Yojana as Delhi Lakshmi Yojana.
The Chief Minister, Rekha Gupta, has directed officials to deliver benefits in a transparent and time-bound way.
The government has set a target to launch the scheme around Raksha Bandhan.
The scheme was earlier approved by the Delhi Cabinet with an outlay of Rs 5,100 crore.
How do you apply?
A dedicated online registration portal is being developed by the Delhi government's IT department.
Once the portal is live, women can register directly on it.
Check the official Delhi government website at delhi.gov.in for the launch notice and the registration link.
Do not pay any agent or person who promises that your name will be added to the list.
What documents should you keep ready?
Keep your Aadhaar card and proof of your age handy.
Keep proof of residence in Delhi, such as a ration card or address proof for your family.
Keep your family income proof and details of any vehicles owned by the family.
Final document requirements will be confirmed in the official guidelines.
What should you do if the benefit is stuck or unclear?
Watch the official Delhi government website for notices about registration and payments.
Check the scheme details carefully if your name is not on the list.
Be careful of fraud. Never share your bank details or OTP with anyone claiming to help you register.
Frequently asked questions
Is Mahila Samriddhi Yojana the same as Delhi Lakshmi Yojana?
Yes. The Delhi government has officially renamed the scheme as Delhi Lakshmi Yojana.
How much money will eligible women get?
Eligible women will receive Rs 2,500 every month in direct cash assistance.
Can more than one woman in a family get the benefit?
Currently only the eldest eligible woman of the family is entitled. Proposals to change this were under discussion, so check the final guidelines.
When will the scheme start?
The government has set a target to launch the scheme around Raksha Bandhan. Check the official website for the confirmed date.
Is there a last date to apply?
No last date has been confirmed yet. Check the official website for updates.
Official links
This guide is based on official scheme rules. Rules and amounts can change, so always confirm on the official website before you apply. News Anek is not a government website.
