The Delhi government has launched the Lakshmi Yojana to provide monthly financial assistance to eligible women across the city [1].

The program aims to empower low-income women by providing a regular cash flow to improve their overall economic security [1], [2]. By targeting specific age and income brackets, the administration seeks to reduce financial dependency for thousands of residents.

Under the terms of the scheme, eligible women will receive ₹2,500 per month [1]. This totals ₹30,000 in annual cash assistance per person [1].

To qualify for the benefits, applicants must be between 18 and 60 years of age [2]. Additionally, the scheme is restricted to those from households with an annual income ceiling of up to ₹3 lakh [2].

Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal said the initiative is a means of female empowerment [3]. The rollout is intended to provide immediate support to those meeting the eligibility criteria.

Applicants are required to submit specific documentation to verify their age and household income levels [2]. The government expects the direct transfer of funds to streamline the process and ensure the money reaches the intended beneficiaries without intermediaries.

“Eligible women will receive ₹2,500 per month”

The Lakshmi Yojana represents a significant expansion of the Delhi government's social welfare portfolio, mirroring direct benefit transfer models used in other Indian states. By tying eligibility to a ₹3 lakh income cap, the government is specifically targeting the lower-middle and low-income demographics, which may increase the state's fiscal burden while potentially boosting local consumption among women.