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 provide 1,300 pink electric autos to women and transgender persons to promote self-employment and safe last-mile connectivity.

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
FactTotal e-autos approved: 1,300
FactFirst phase allocation: 90 e-autos for women and 10 for transgender persons per revenue district
PlaceDelhi: 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 mobility schemes for marginalized genders can contribute to economic empowerment and urban safety in metropolitan cities.

Dimensions to cover in your answer

Gender-inclusive mobility: Addressing safety concerns for women and transgender persons in public transport
Economic inclusion: Bridging the gender gap in the gig economy through subsidized electric vehicle ownership
Urban planning: Enhancing last-mile connectivity through gender-specific transport initiatives

Keywords: Self-employment · Last-mile connectivity · Gender-inclusive mobility · Gig economy · Social inclusion

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