With reference to the DURGA scheme in Delhi, consider the following statements: 1. The first phase of the scheme allocates 100 e-autos for women and 10 for transgender persons per district. 2. The scheme aims to provide pink e-autos to women and transgender persons for self-employment. 3. The scheme is designed to improve last-mile connectivity in the capital. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Delhi Clears 1,300 Pink E-Autos For Women, Transgender Drivers: Who Can Apply

GS2Polity · Governance · IR· Vulnerable sections (SC/ST, minorities, disabled, elderly, children)· Prelims· 24 September 2026

Gender-inclusive mobility and self-employment: a GS2 Social Justice and Urban Development case study.

Why in news

The Delhi Cabinet approved the DURGA scheme to introduce 1,300 pink electric autos to provide self-employment for women and transgender persons.

Background

The DURGA scheme allocates 1,300 pink e-autos across Delhi's 13 revenue districts. The first phase targets 90 e-autos for women and 10 for transgender persons per district.

Facts for Prelims

SchemeDURGA scheme: Delhi government initiative for pink e-autos for women and transgender drivers
FactFirst phase allocation: 90 e-autos for women and 10 for transgender persons per revenue district
FactTotal e-autos approved under DURGA scheme: 1,300
PlaceDelhi: Scheme covers all 13 revenue districts

Prelims practice question

With reference to the DURGA scheme in Delhi, consider the following statements:

The first phase of the scheme allocates 100 e-autos for women and 10 for transgender persons per district.
The scheme aims to provide pink e-autos to women and transgender persons for self-employment.
The scheme is designed to improve last-mile connectivity in the capital.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

(a)2 only
(b)1 and 3 only
(c)2 and 3 only
(d)1, 2 and 3

Show answer

Answer: (c) 2 and 3 only — Statements 2 and 3 are correct. Statement 1 is incorrect: The first phase targets 90 e-autos for women and 10 for transgender persons per district.

For Mains

Q. Discuss how targeted self-employment schemes for marginalized genders can contribute to inclusive urban mobility and economic empowerment in metropolitan cities.

Dimensions to cover in your answer

Gender-specific mobility: Addressing safety concerns and last-mile connectivity for women and transgender persons
Economic inclusion: Bridging the formal employment gap for marginalized groups through subsidized electric vehicle ownership

Keywords: Inclusive growth · Last-mile connectivity · Gender-neutral mobility · Self-employment · Urban transport

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