‘Delhi Lakhpati Bitiya Yojana’ launched to strengthen financial security for Girls in Delhi

Current Context: On 2 March 2026, Delhi launched the ‘Lakhpati Bitiya Yojana’ (also called Lakhpati Beti Yojana), inaugurated by President Droupadi Murmu at the Sashakt Naari, Samriddh Delhi programme in Indira Gandhi Indoor Stadium.

• It replaces the 2008 Ladli Scheme and was announced by CM Rekha Gupta, with full rollout from 1 April 2026.
• The scheme provides phased deposits of ₹56,000–61,000 linked to milestones like school admissions and graduation.
• On maturity (around age 21 or completion of higher education), the amount grows to ₹1–1.25 lakh, ensuring financial independence.
• Funds are transferred via DBT to Aadhaar‑linked accounts, managed with partners like SBI Life Insurance.
• Eligibility: Girls born in Delhi, family income ≤ ₹1.20 lakh/year, residents for 3+ years, up to two girls per family, including those in child care institutions.
• The scheme aims to prevent dropouts, promote education, and build long‑term savings for girls from weaker sections.

Question:

Q.1 The ‘Lakhpati Bitiya Yojana’ replaced which earlier Delhi scheme?
a) Sukanya Samriddhi Yojana
b) Ladli Scheme (2008)
c) Beti Bachao Beti Padhao
d) Kanya Sumangala Yojana

Answer: b) The new scheme replaces the Ladli Scheme (2008) to strengthen financial support and modernize benefit delivery through Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT).