Delhi LG directs inquiry against ‘non-govt’ people getting people registered for ‘Mahila Samman Yojana’

Delhi Lieutenant Governor (LG) Vinai Kumar Saxena has initiated an inquiry into allegations that non-government individuals are collecting personal data under the guise of registering residents for the Aam Aadmi Party’s (AAP) proposed ‘Mahila Samman Yojana’.

Key Points of the Inquiry:

1. Allegations:

• Non-government individuals are reportedly gathering personal details of Delhi residents, claiming to register them for AAP’s ‘Mahila Samman Yojana’.

2. Initiation of Inquiry:

• The LG’s directive for an investigation follows complaints from Congress candidate Sandeep Dikshit.

3. Authorities Involved:

• The Delhi Police and other relevant authorities have been instructed to take appropriate action regarding these allegations.

About ‘Mahila Samman Yojana’:

The ‘Mahila Samman Yojana’ is a proposed welfare scheme by the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) aimed at providing financial assistance to women in Delhi.

Key Features of the Scheme:

1. Beneficiaries:

• All women residents of Delhi aged 18 and above.

2. Financial Assistance:

• A monthly financial aid of ₹1,000 to each eligible woman.

3. Objective:

• Empower women by providing them with direct financial support, enhancing their financial independence.

4. Implementation:

• The scheme is proposed by AAP and is pending approval and implementation.