Delhi CM Unveils Mukhya Mantri Mahila Samman Yojana Ahead of Elections
| Key Aspect | Details |
|---|---|
| Why in News | Delhi Govt. announced ₹2,100 aid for women under Mukhya Mantri Mahila Samman Yojana ahead of elections. |
| Scheme Name | Mukhya Mantri Mahila Samman Yojana |
| Objective | To provide ₹2,100 per month to eligible women in Delhi. |
| Eligibility | Women aged 18 and above, not employed with government, not paying GST or income tax. |
| Budget Allocation | ₹2,000 crore |
| Expected Beneficiaries | Around 45 lakh women |
| Launch Date | Registration begins on December 13, 2024. |
| State | Delhi |
| CM | Arvind Kejriwal |
| Capital | New Delhi |
| Opposition | BJP raised doubts about the scheme's feasibility, citing past unfulfilled promises. |
| BJP's Criticism | Questioned why similar schemes were not implemented in Punjab despite prior announcements. |
| Key Feature | The scheme offers ₹2,100 per month to women after elections, raised from ₹1,000. |
| Scheme Start | Financial aid to begin post-elections after Model Code of Conduct, first installment may be before elections if Code applies. |
| AAP's Strategy | Scheme aims to boost electoral support from women voters. |
| Chief Minister Atishi | Announced the scheme details along with Arvind Kejriwal. |
| Comparison | Similar to Ladli Behna schemes in Madhya Pradesh and Maharashtra. |
| Scheme Impact | Expected to boost AAP's chances in Delhi elections. |
| Political Context | AAP's attempt to replicate success from other states through targeted welfare measures. |