The Uttar Pradesh government is set to distribute free electric scooters to over 70,000 meritorious girl students as part of the Rani Lakshmibai Scooter Scheme, a key promise made by the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) during the 2022 Assembly elections. With a budget allocation of ₹400 crore (approximately $48 million USD), the initiative aims to promote higher education among girls and ease their transportation challenges, especially in rural areas. The scooters, each costing around ₹55,000, will be distributed to students from various backgrounds, including Unreserved, OBC, SC, ST, Economically Weaker Sections (EWS), and differently-abled categories. The distribution process is expected to be completed within the next six months, following the identification of eligible beneficiaries, which has already begun. A committee has been formed to finalize the specifications of the scooters based on market surveys, ensuring that the features meet the needs of the students. Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath emphasized the importance of early distribution during the International Women’s Day celebrations on March 8.