On 8-3-2025, the Delhi Cabinet approved the implementation of ‘Mahila Samriddhi Yojna’ by allocating Rs. 5100 crore in Delhi Budget to give aid of Rs. 2500 per month to the targeted women of Delhi, which comprises of Self Help Groups and women belonging to economically and socially backward classes.
Key Points:
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The scheme aims to benefit entrepreneurs from backward backgrounds or poor backgrounds.
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Scheme was launched as a part of the National Backward Classes Finance and Development Corporation.
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The scheme enables the Government to provide micro-finance to the women entrepreneurs directly/ through Self Help Groups.
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The targeted women beneficiaries will be identified and given loans.
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The targeted beneficiaries are:
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Self Help groups;
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Women belonging to economically and socially backward classes.
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Objectives of the scheme:
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To encourage women belonging to minority group;
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To help women meet their entrepreneurial goals by providing microfinance;
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To encourage women from weaker sections to pursue their aspirations;
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To encourage women to overcome social stigma and gain financial independence;
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To assist women who are unable to establish their own businesses or careers;
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