Delhi CM Launches Portal for DURGA E-Auto Scheme for Women, Transgender Persons
The first phase reserves 1,170 autos for women and 130 for transgender beneficiaries, with applications screened through a digital portal and district committees.
- On Sunday, the Delhi government announced the DURGA E-Auto Scheme, allotting 1,300 pink electric autos in the first phase to women and transgender beneficiaries.
- Approved by the Delhi Cabinet under Chief Minister Rekha Gupta, the scheme aims to help beneficiaries earn steady livelihoods and become financially independent while promoting electric transport and improving last-mile connectivity.
- Of the 1,300 vehicles, 1,170 are reserved for women and 130 for transgender persons, with each revenue district allocating up to 90 autos for women and 10 for transgender beneficiaries.
- District Magistrate-led committees will verify applications weekly, and beneficiaries are eligible for Rs 50,000 incentives under the Delhi EV Policy 2026, with dedicated charging spaces requested at Metro and Namo Bharat RRTS stations.
- This initiative aligns with the government's broader focus on women's safety and development, as Chief Minister Gupta recently emphasized better coordination between helplines, One Stop Centres, and legal aid services.
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Delhi To Launch 1,300 Pink Electric Autos With Women, Transgender Drivers
The scheme is also aimed at making the last-mile travel safer and more convenient for women, particularly those travelling to and from Metro stations early in the morning or late in the evening.
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Transport Minister Pankaj Kumar Singh said the scheme is aimed at helping women and transgender persons earn a steady livelihood and become financially independent, while also promoting electric transport and improving last-mile connectivity.
Delhi govt to distribute 1300 e-autos to women and transgenders under DURGA scheme
New Delhi, Oct 11 (PTI) Delhi government will distribute 1300 pink electric autos to women and transgenders under its DURGA (Driving, Upliftment and Rozgar for Women and Transgender) E-Auto Scheme , Transport Minister Pankaj Singh said on Sunday. In the first phase, 1,300 pink electric autos will be allotted, of which 1,170 will be reserved […]
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Delhi Government Launches Initiative to Provide 1,300 Pink E-Autos for Women and Transgender Persons
The Delhi government has introduced a new initiative aimed at empowering women and transgender individuals through the allocation of electric autos. Announced on Monday, the DURGA e-auto scheme will enable eligible applicants to own and drive these vehicles, thereby creating employment opportunities in public transport. Distribution and Eligibility Criteria Initially, 1,300 pink e-autos will be […]
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