The Delhi government and political parties have introduced several schemes aimed at supporting women, with BJP’s Rs 2,500 monthly scheme being a major focus. Here’s a look at both existing and proposed schemes to aid women in Delhi.

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• BJP promised Rs 2,500 per month for women under the Chief Minister’s Women’s Welfare Scheme if they came to power.
• After a 27-year hiatus, BJP successfully formed the government in Delhi with Rekha Gupta sworn in as the Chief Minister.
• BJP’s Rekha Gupta assured that the promised scheme will still be launched, despite the deficit left by the previous government.
• Women can continue to benefit from other existing schemes while waiting for the new scheme to be rolled out.
• The Delhi Ladli Scheme, launched in 2008, provides financial assistance to daughters from birth until their education is completed.
• The scheme offers Rs 11,000 at birth and additional amounts on certain occasions. When the daughter turns 18, the total amount with interest is given for higher education.
• Delhi Senior Citizens Pension Scheme provides Rs 2,500 per month to women aged 60 and above.
• Before the elections, BJP promised to increase this pension amount to Rs 3,000 once in power.
• Existing schemes aim to support women’s education and financial independence.
• The schemes aim to empower women across Delhi by addressing financial and educational needs.