In a rare and controversial move, senior officials within the Delhi government have publicly disavowed two major welfare schemes announced by Chief Minister Atishi and AAP chief Arvind Kejriwal. Through public notices, the Department of Women and Child Development and the Health and Family Welfare Department have labeled the promises as fraudulent and unauthorized. The Mukhyamantri Mahila Samman Yojna, promising ₹2,100 to non-taxpaying women, and the Sanjeevani Yojna, offering free healthcare to senior citizens, have not been officially approved or notified by the government, the notices stated.

The notices advised the public to steer clear of registration forms or promises made by private parties or political representatives, warning of potential scams. The clash reflects the deepening divide between the elected Delhi government and its bureaucratic apparatus, particularly after the GNCTD Act’s amendment that shifted service-related controls to the Lieutenant Governor. The BJP has accused AAP of misleading citizens, while Kejriwal claims political vendetta, alleging plans to arrest senior AAP leaders, including Atishi.

Amid the political slugfest, the future of these welfare schemes remains uncertain. While the ₹1,000 monthly aid under the Mahila Samman Yojna received budgetary approval, its official rollout is yet to commence. Similarly, the Sanjeevani Yojna has not cleared the cabinet, leaving senior citizens unsure of access to promised benefits. These developments highlight the bureaucratic hurdles and political tensions that continue to hinder governance in the national capital.