Delhi: Atishi writes to CM, seeks implementation of Rs 2,500 financial aid scheme for women

The Leader of Opposition (LoP) in the Delhi Legislative Assembly, Atishi, has written a letter to Chief Minister Rekha Gupta, reminding her of what she calls a “so-called guarantee” made by Prime Minister Narendra Modi earlier this year, on Friday.

In a letter addressed to the CM, Atishi recalled PM Modi’s statement made at a rally in Dwarka on January 31. “On the behalf of millions of mothers and sisters of Delhi, I am writing this letter to remind you (the CM) that on Wednesday (January 31, 2025) during a rally in Dwarka, PM Narendra Modi had promised the women of Delhi that as soon as the BJP government was formed, the scheme to provide Rs 2,500 per month to women would be passed in the first Cabinet meeting, and said that the money would be transferred into the bank accounts of women’s on Women’s Day,” the letter read.

Atishi further highlighted that the PM had advised women to ensure their mobile numbers were linked with their bank accounts to receive transaction notifications once the funds were deposited.

“Now, only one day remains until Women’s Day. The women of Delhi have been eagerly awaiting this moment, hoping that the first instalment will start reflecting in their accounts from March 8, as promised by the BJP,” she stated.

The letter also carried a direct appeal to CM Gupta, urging her to ensure the immediate transfer of funds. “The funds must be transferred to women’s accounts immediately to ensure they receive what is rightfully theirs. Every woman in Delhi is looking up to you (the CM), and their hopes must not be shattered. I sincerely hope that tomorrow, the women of Delhi will receive the message on their phones confirming the deposit of Rs 2,500 in their accounts,” Atishi wrote.