New Delhi, March 6 -- Chief Minister Rekha Gupta-led Bhartiya Janata Party (BJP) government in Delhi is expected to launch its Rs.2,500 per month monthly 'Mahila Samriddhi Scheme' on March 8.

The Delhi government plans to transfer the assistance directly to the beneficiaries' bank accounts via Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT). Some of the eligible beneficiaries may receive financial assistance during the function on March 8, likely to be held at Chhatrasal stadium in the national capital.

Women whose household income is less than Rs.3 lakh per year, and those who do not pay tax will be eligible for the Rs.2,500 per month scheme, according to a report in Indian Express.

Women aged between 18 and 60who do not hold government jobs and are no...