Delhi approves 3-year Lakshmi Yojana to pay women ₹2,500 monthly
The Delhi government just approved the Delhi Lakshmi Yojana, a scheme that will send ₹2,500 every month to women from economically weaker sections for three years.
With a budget of ₹5,110 crore, this move aims to support about 17 lakh women across the city.
Women aged 21-60 apply Aug 1
If you're a woman aged 21-60, have a family income up to ₹2.5 lakh per year, and no more than three children, you can apply online starting August 1, 2026.
Payments kick off on Raksha Bandhan (August 28) and will be sent through either a combination of a digital wallet and an RD/FD account, or entirely to an RD/FD account, plus there are built-in checks so the money isn't spent on things like alcohol or gambling.
The process is designed to be transparent and easy, with banks offering good interest rates for savings.