Delhi Lakhpati Bitiya Yojana: The government will give Rs 56,000 to every daughter of Delhi and will get Rs 1 lakh on maturity..
The cost of educating daughters often becomes a major concern for many families. Frequently, girls are forced to drop out of school due to a lack of funds. Addressing this issue, the Delhi government has launched the 'Delhi Lakhpati Bitiya Yojana.' The scheme aims to provide financial support to daughters from birth through higher education, ensuring their studies continue without interruption. If your daughter meets the scheme's eligibility criteria, she can receive financial assistance from the government at various stages of her education.
**Which families are eligible?**
Benefits under this scheme are available only to families who have been residing in Delhi for at least three years. The family's annual income must not exceed ₹1.20 lakh. The daughter must have been born in Delhi and be enrolled in a government or recognized school, college, or university. A maximum of two daughters per family can avail of the benefits of this scheme. Additionally, the daughter must not be married before the age of 18.
**When can registration be done?**