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Delhi: LG orders probe into 'Mahila Samman Yojna'

Delhi LG VK Saxena

New Delhi: Weeks after AAP Govt announced 'Mahila Samman Yojna', Delhi Lieutenant Governor VK Saxena has ordered a probe into the scheme, citing concerns over the collection of data by non-government people. 


According to Dynamite News correspondent, the LG office has asked the Delhi Police Commissioner to take strict action against those who are violating the privacy of the people by gathering their data. 

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On December 12, Delhi Governmnet announced the 'Mahila Samman Yojana' under which Rs 1000 will be given to eligible women each month.

Kejriwal makes announcement  
Ex-Delhi Chief Minister and AAP Supremo Arvind Kejriwal said that the Cabinet has approved the scheme.

"AAP would hike the amount to Rs 2,100 if their government returned to power," he added. 

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AAP has started the registration for the scheme across the national capital. 

 

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