President Droupadi Murmu is set to launch four key women welfare schemes in Delhi today, March 2, 2026, marking a major boost for women’s empowerment. The launch event, titled ‘Sashakt Nari, Samriddh Delhi’, will take place at Indira Gandhi Indoor Stadium. Chief Minister Rekha Gupta highlighted it as a special day for Delhi’s women and girls, coinciding with the BJP government’s one-year milestone in office. These initiatives aim to enhance financial security, mobility, and daily convenience for millions.
The four schemes include:
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Saheli Pink Smart Card: A National Common Mobility Card offering free travel for women and transgender persons on DTC buses, plus paid access to Metro and RRTS.
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Free LPG Cylinder Scheme: Provides one free cylinder to about 17 lakh economically weaker women on Holi and Diwali via direct bank transfer.
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Delhi Lakhpati Bitiya Yojana: Upgraded Ladli Scheme giving up to Rs 56,000 per girl from poor families (income under Rs 1.2 lakh/year) in phased instalments tied to education milestones from birth to graduation.
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Meri Punji Mera Adhikaar: Rs 100 crore directly deposited into accounts of 40,642 girls for financial independence.
These schemes target financial aid, education continuity, and safe transport, benefiting lakhs of Delhi residents. They build on national efforts like Beti Bachao Beti Padhao, promoting self-reliance and health.
FAQs [Frequently Asked Questions]
1. What is Saheli Pink Smart Card?
It’s a free mobility card for women and transgender persons on DTC buses, with paid Metro/RRTS access, easing daily travel in Delhi.
2. Who qualifies for Lakhpati Bitiya Yojana?
Girls from families earning under Rs 1.2 lakh/year get up to Rs 56,000 in education-linked instalments from birth to graduation.
3. How does free LPG scheme work?
17 lakh women receive one free cylinder on Holi/Diwali; subsidy transferred directly to bank accounts of eligible households.