The Delhi government has approved the ‘Mahila Samridhi Yojana’, under which women will receive ₹2,500 per month as financial assistance. The scheme, aimed at providing economic support to women from underprivileged backgrounds, has been allocated ₹5,100 crore for one year.
Union Minister Arjun Ram Meghwal emphasized the crucial role of women in shaping society, citing President Droupadi Murmu’s address at a special International Women's Day program held at Vigyan Bhavan.
Indian Railways has significantly increased women’s participation in its workforce, reflecting its commitment to gender inclusion and empowerment, said Dilip Kumar, Executive Director, Information and Publicity Department, Railway Board.