President Droupadi Murmu Launches 4 Major Women Welfare Schemes in Delhi

Honorable President Droupadi Murmu on March 2 2026, launched four women-centric welfare schemes of the Delhi Government at the “Sashakt Nari, Samriddh Delhi” programme in New Delhi. The initiatives focus on improving mobility, safety and financial support for women. Among the key highlights was the launch of the Pink National Common Mobility Card and a scheme providing two free LPG cylinders annually to ration card-holding families during Holi and Diwali.

Pink National Common Mobility Card: A Major Step for Women’s Mobility

Key Features of Pink National Common Mobility Card

• The Pink National Common Mobility Card aims to provide seamless and integrated access to public transport.
• It supports women’s free bus travel and improves connectivity across Delhi’s transport network.
• The card promotes cashless, digital ticketing across buses and other transit systems.
• It enhances safety and convenience for women commuters.

President Droupadi Murmu stated that integrated transport access strengthens women’s independence and ensures safer movement in urban spaces.

Free LPG Cylinders Scheme for Ration Card Holders

One of the most impactful announcements during the launch of the women welfare schemes was the provision of two free LPG cylinders annually.

Highlights of the LPG Support Scheme

• Beneficiaries: Ration card holding families in Delhi.
• Frequency: Two free cylinders every year.
• Distribution Period: During Holi and Diwali festivals.
• Objective: Reduce household financial burden and promote clean cooking fuel usage.

The scheme is expected to benefit economically weaker households and encourage cleaner energy adoption in the capital.

Delhi Lakhpati Bitiya Yojana: Financial Security for Girl Child

The third initiative, Delhi Lakhpati Bitiya Yojana, focuses on long-term financial empowerment of daughters.

Key Provisions

• ₹56,000 deposited in installments in the name of a girl child.
• Amount expected to exceed ₹1 lakh with interest by age 21.
• Maturity amount transferred to Aadhaar-linked bank account upon meeting educational criteria.

Eligibility

• Annual family income up to ₹1.20 lakh.
• Delhi residence for last three years.
• Girl child born in Delhi.
• Limited to two living girl children per family.
• Applicable to those pursuing graduate or professional diplomas from recognised institutions.

This scheme aims to promote education and long-term financial stability for girls.

Meri Punji Mera Adhikaar: Ensuring Financial Rights

• The fourth scheme, Meri Punji Mera Adhikaar which is focuses on clearing pending financial dues and ensuring citizens financial rights are addressed transparently.
• The initiative strengthens accountability and improves the delivery of government financial commitments in a time-bound manner.

‘Sashakt Nari, Samriddh Delhi’ Programme: Vision Behind the Schemes

The event titled “Sashakt Nari, Samriddh Delhi” reflects the broader goal of empowering women socially and economically.

The four women welfare schemes launched under this initiative focus on,

• Mobility and safety through the Pink National Common Mobility Card.
• Financial relief via free LPG cylinders.
• Strengthening access to public infrastructure.
• Promoting women’s independence in daily life.

President Droupadi Murmu emphasised that such measures help create a more inclusive and progressive urban environment.

Question

Q. Which card was launched to improve women’s transport access in Delhi?

A) Smart Travel Card
B) Pink National Common Mobility Card
C) Delhi Metro Pink Pass
D) Women Safety Travel Card