Delhi Lakhpati Bitiya Yojana: President Droupadi Murmu will launch the Delhi Lakhpati Bitiya Yojana today, Monday, March 2, at the Indira Gandhi Indoor Stadium in the national capital. The existing Ladli Scheme has been expanded and restructured into the Delhi Lakhpati Bitiya Yojana. Let’s check the benefits, eligibility, how to apply, and other crucial details regarding the scheme.
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The Delhi government has approved the ‘Lakhpati Bitiya Yojana’ related to the education and economic security of daughters.
In the cabinet meeting held under the chairmanship of Chief Minister Rekha Gupta, it has been decided to implement the Ladli scheme, implemented since 2008, in a new form.
According to the government, after this change, eligible daughters will be supported in various stages of education and will be able to get financial assistance of up to about one lakh rupees, including interest in total.
Under the previous structure, 11 thousand rupees were deposited in the name of each eligible girl child at the time of an institutional birth, and 10 thousand rupees at the time of a home birth. Additionally, five thousand rupees was deposited at key educational milestones: admission to Classes 1, 6, and 9, passing Class 10th, and admission to Class 12th.
The Chief Minister clarified that under the new scheme, both the financial assistance and the overall vision have been significantly enhanced.
The scheme will benefit families with an annual income not exceeding 1 lakh 20 thousand rupees and who have been residing in Delhi for the past three years. The girl child must have been born in Delhi.
The Chief Minister stated that the scheme is inspired by the broader vision of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, which seeks to place daughters at the centre of nation-building through education, dignity and self-reliance.
Delhi Lakhpati Bitiya Yojana: Purpose and intention
In a press conference, the Chief Minister said that the government wants no daughter of Delhi to leave her studies in the middle just because of a lack of money. With this in mind, the scheme has been redesigned so that the amount of assistance can be increased and the rules can be made more practical.
According to officials, the objective of the scheme is to provide financial support to the daughters in continuing their studies and becoming self-reliant. The government says this will give a boost to higher education.
When will ‘Delhi Lakhpati Bitiya Yojana’ come into effect?
The new scheme will come into effect from April 1, and a budget of Rs 160 crore has been finalised.
What are new changes in Lakhpati Bitiya scheme?
Four major changes have been made in the New Lakhpati Bitia Yojana as compared to the old scheme:
- The biggest change is in the amount of aid and the way it is distributed.
- Now the government will deposit a total of Rs 56,000 for each eligible girl child.
- This money will not be given together, but in different phases, which will be associated with the child’s studies and important stages of life.
- With interest, this amount can increase to more than Rs 1 lakh.
- This benefit is about 55% higher than the old Ladli scheme, in which Rs 36,000 was deposited.
Delhi Lakhpati Bitiya Yojana: Instalment structure under new scheme
Under the Delhi Lakhpati Bitiya Yojana, financial assistance will be provided to eligible beneficiaries in a phased manner as follows:
- At the time of birth: Rs 11,000
- On admission to Classes 1, 6, 9 and 12: Rs 5,000 each (Rs 20,000 in total)
- On passing Class 10: Rs 5,000
- During graduation or a recognised diploma course: Rs 20,000 (to be paid in instalments)
Delhi Lakhpati Bitiya Yojana: Eligibility criteria
Under the Delhi Lakhpati Bitiya Yojana, financial benefits will be provided only to eligible girl beneficiaries who meet the following conditions:
- The girl must be born in Delhi.
- Her family must have been a resident of Delhi for at least three years.
- The annual family income should not exceed Rs 1.20 lakh.
- A maximum of two daughters per family can avail the scheme benefits.
- The girl must have completed full vaccination as per government norms.
- She should be enrolled and studying in a recognised school.
IMPORTANT: Even if the daughter is pursuing a diploma or graduation outside Delhi, she will continue to receive the financial assistance, provided all other eligibility criteria are fulfilled.
Lakhpati Beti Yojana Delhi: Who will not be eligible?
If the daughter is married before the age of 18 years, she will not be eligible to receive the benefits.
Delhi Lakhpati Bitiya Yojana: Phase-wise distribution
Under the scheme, the government will accumulate a total of Rs 56,000 in different phases. This amount will be transferred directly to the daughter’s Aadhaar-linked bank account.
As per the phase, the assistance will be given as follows:
- On the birth of a daughter: Rs 11,000
- On admission in class 1: Rs 5,000
- On admission in classes 6, 9, 10 and 12: Rs 5,000 per class
- On completion of graduation or diploma: Rs 20,000
Delhi Lakhpati Betiya Yojana: FAQs
Q1. When will the scheme be implemented?
The scheme will come into effect from April 1.
Q2. What is the total financial assistance provided under the scheme?
A total of Rs 56,000 will be deposited by the government, which is expected to grow to around Rs 1 lakh, including interest over time.
Q3. How many daughters from a family are eligible?
A maximum of two daughters per family can avail the benefits of the scheme.
Q4. What is the total budget allocated for the scheme?
The government has finalised a budget of Rs 160 crore for the implementation of the scheme.
Q5. Is there any additional benefit on graduation?
Yes, beneficiaries will receive an additional Rs 20,000 upon graduation.
