Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta launched the ambitious ‘Delhi Lakhpati Beti Yojana’ today, marking a renaissance for the 2008 Ladli initiative after 15 years. Tailored for low-income families, the scheme guarantees financial backing to ensure girls pursue education uninterrupted, culminating in a substantial maturity corpus.
Gupta articulated the vision: shielding Delhi’s daughters from economic barriers to learning while building a progressive savings fund. The state contributes Rs 56,000 per girl in timed installments, triggered by educational landmarks from birth through graduation. Funds mature and deposit directly into Aadhaar-verified accounts.
Refined from its predecessor, eligibility now requires three years of family residency in Delhi and annual income below Rs 1.2 lakh. Per-family limit: two beneficiaries. Multiple registration phases ease access—within one year of birth, or at starts of Classes 1, 6, 9, 11, or diploma/degree programs.
‘This is my heart’s project, investing in our girls to secure the nation’s tomorrow,’ Gupta affirmed. Beyond finances, it promotes resilience and empowerment.
As implementation unfolds, the scheme aligns with national goals for female literacy. Analysts foresee ripple effects: higher retention rates, skilled workforce influx, and poverty alleviation. Delhi’s bold stride sets a precedent for urban India.