Program brief
| Form of support | Cash, paid into the bank account |
|---|---|
| Meant for | Widows, Women |
| Level | State, Maharashtra |
| Field | Social welfare & Empowerment |
| How to apply | Offline |
Contents of this entry
Overview
"Indira Gandhi National Widow Pension Scheme (Maharashtra)" is a scheme by the Social Justice & Special Assistance Dept, Govt of Maharashtra. In this scheme, widows aged 40 to 79 years who are from a BPL family receive a pension of Rs. 1500/- per month.
The scheme "Indira Gandhi National Widow Pension Scheme (Maharashtra)" is a social welfare scheme implemented by the Social Justice & Special Assistance Department, Government of Maharashtra. Under this Centrally Sponsored Scheme, widows aged 40 to 79 years who are from a Below Poverty Line family are eligible to receive Rs. 1500/- per month as pension.
Further facts from the listing
| Scheme for | Individual |
|---|---|
| DBT (direct bank transfer) | No |
Benefits
- A pension of Rs. 1500 per month is given to each beneficiary.
NOTE: Rs. 300/- per month from the central government and Rs. 1200/- per month under the state-sponsored Sanjay Gandhi Niradhar Anudan Yojana.
Eligibility
- Age
- 40 to 79 years
- Gender
- Female
- State
- Maharashtra
- The applicant should be a resident of Maharashtra.
- The applicant should be a widow.
- The age of the applicant should be between 40 and 79 years.
- The applicant should belong to a Below Poverty Line (BPL) family.
- The applicant should not be receiving pension benefits under any social security scheme.
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Application steps
Offline
Step 1: The interested applicant should visit (during office hours) the Collector’s Office / Tehsildar’s Office, Sanjay Gandhi Niradhar Anudan Yojana Branch / Talathi Office of your district, and request a hard copy of the prescribed format of the application form from the concerned authority.
Step 2: In the application form, fill in all the mandatory fields, paste the passport-sized photograph (signed across, if required), and attach copies of all the mandatory documents (self-attest, if required).
Step 3: Submit the duly filled and signed application form along with the documents, within the prescribed period (if any), to the concerned authority.
Step 4: Request a receipt or acknowledgement from the concerned authority to whom the application has been submitted. Ensure that the receipt contains essential details such as the date and time of submission, and a unique identification number (if applicable).
NOTE: Ensure that the application is submitted within the prescribed period, if any.
Questions and answers
Who is eligible for the Indira Gandhi National Widow Pension Scheme?
A widow aged 40 to 79 years from a Below Poverty Line family is eligible.
What is the total pension amount a widow can receive?
A widow can receive a total of Rs. 600 per month (Rs. 200 from the Central scheme and Rs. 400 from the state scheme).
Where can I apply for this scheme?
Applications can be submitted to the Collector's Office, Tahsildar, or Talathi.
Is there an online application process?
No specific information is provided about an online application. You need to visit the mentioned offices for application submission.
What documents are required for application?
Documents like proof of age, BPL (Below Poverty Line) certification, and widowhood status may be required.
Who implements this scheme in Maharashtra?
The Social Justice & Special Assistance Department, Government of Maharashtra, implements the scheme.
Is this scheme Centrally Sponsored?
Yes, the Indira Gandhi National Widow Pension Scheme is a Centrally Sponsored Scheme.
Can widows below 40 years of age apply?
No, only widows between the ages of 40 and 79 are eligible.
Is there any provision for widows above 79 years?
This scheme is only applicable to widows between 40 and 79 years of age.
Can widows from families above the poverty line apply?
No, only those from Below Poverty Line (BPL) families are eligible for the scheme.
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