The “Sukhad Sahara Yojana” is a welfare scheme launched by the Social Welfare Department, Government of Chhattisgarh. It is designed to provide financial assistance to economically weaker widows and deserted women, helping them live with dignity and meet their essential needs. The assistance is directly transferred to the beneficiary’s bank account.
Benefits
- Monthly Financial Assistance:
Eligible beneficiaries receive ₹500 per month.
Eligibility
- Residency:
The applicant must be a native of Chhattisgarh. - Beneficiary Category:
The applicant must be either:- A widow (with age between 18 and 39 years), or
- A deserted woman (age 18 years or older).
- Economic Condition:
The applicant’s family must be included in the list of families living Below Poverty Line (BPL). - Exclusion:
The applicant should not be receiving pension benefits from any other Central or State Government pension scheme.
Application Process
For Rural Areas:
- Collect the Application Form:
- Visit the office of the Gram Panchayat to collect the application form (available free of cost).
- Complete the Form:
- Fill out the application form and attach self-attested copies of all mandatory documents.
- Submit the Application:
- Submit the completed form to the Gram Panchayat.
- An acknowledgment receipt will be issued by the Gram Panchayat.
- Forwarding:
- The Gram Panchayat reviews the application and forwards it to the District Panchayat within 7 days.
For Urban Areas:
- Collect the Application Form:
- Visit the office of the concerned Municipal Corporation, Municipality, Nagar Panchayat, or Panchayat Raj Institution to obtain the application form (available free of cost).
- Complete and Submit:
- Fill out the form and submit it to the respective office.
- An acknowledgment receipt will be issued.
- Alternative Submission:
- If a printed application form is not available, the applicant may submit the application on plain paper.
Documents Required
- Aadhaar Card (as proof of identity)
- Passport-size photograph
- Proof of age (e.g., birth certificate)
- Domicile Certificate of Chhattisgarh
- Death Certificate of Husband (for widows) or Certificate of Abandonment by the Husband (for deserted women)
- Below Poverty Line Certificate or related documents
- Bank/Post Office Account Passbook
- Any other documents as required by the authorities
Frequently Asked Questions
- Who is eligible to apply for the scheme?
Widows (aged 18-39) and deserted women (aged 18 and above) who are native to Chhattisgarh and whose families are listed as BPL. - What is the financial assistance provided under this scheme?
Beneficiaries receive ₹500 per month. - How is the financial assistance disbursed?
The amount is directly transferred to the applicant’s bank account. - How can I apply for the scheme in rural areas?
Collect and submit the application form at your local Gram Panchayat and obtain an acknowledgment. - What is the process to apply in urban areas?
Collect the application form from the respective Municipal Corporation/Municipality/Nagar Panchayat, complete it, and submit it to the respective office. - Can I apply online for the scheme?
The scheme supports both offline and online application processes as per local guidelines. - What is the age limit for widows under this scheme?
Widows must be between 18 and 39 years of age. - What is the age requirement for deserted women?
Deserted women must be 18 years or older. - Can I apply if I am already receiving a pension from another government scheme?
No, the applicant must not be receiving pension benefits from any other government scheme. - How long does it take to process the application?
Processing times may vary; please contact your local office for detailed timelines. - Can I check the status of my application online?
Yes, the official website and application portal provide facilities to track the application status.