Mountaineering Assistance

Financial assistance for scaling Mount Everest and other inaccessible mountains of the world

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State

States / UT: Gujarat

Department: SPORTS, YOUTH AND CULTURAL ACTIVITIES DEPARTMENT

Nodal department: SPORTS, YOUTH AND CULTURAL ACTIVITIES DEPARTMENT

Scheme for: Individual

Scheme profile

DBT (direct benefit transfer): No

Target beneficiaries: Mountaineers, Individuals

Tags: Financial Assistance, Mountaineering, Sports, Youth, Cultural Activities, Gujarat, Adventure, Support, Government Scheme, Outdoor, Travel, Inaccessible Mountains

Details

This scheme provides financial assistance to mountaineers who have successfully scaled Mount Everest and other inaccessible mountains. The maximum assistance available is Rs. 15 lakhs for those who have scaled Mount Everest. For other mountains, the financial assistance ranges from Rs. 50,000 to Rs. 10 lakhs, depending on the height of the mountain scaled.

Benefits

  • - Maximum assistance of Rs. 15 lakhs for scaling Mount Everest
  • Financial assistance ranging from Rs. 50,000 to Rs. 10 lakhs for other mountains
  • Maximum assistance of Rs. 15 lakhs for scaling Mount Everest
  • Financial assistance ranging from Rs. 50,000 to Rs. 10 lakhs for other mountains

Eligibility

Any individual can apply, regardless of profession, education, or income level. The scheme is applicable across the state.

Application Process

Online

  1. Download the application form from the website.
  2. Submit the completed form to the Commissioner, Youth Service & Cultural Activities, Gandhinagar.

For more details, visit the Department Website.

Documents Required

No document list is available for this scheme yet.

References

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Documents Required for Government Schemes

Most government schemes require basic documents for verification. While the exact requirements vary, common documents include:

  • Aadhaar Card
  • Income Certificate
  • Caste Certificate (if applicable)
  • Residence Proof
  • Bank Account Details
  • Educational Certificates (for student schemes)

How to Apply for Government Schemes?

The application process for government schemes may be online or offline depending on the scheme. In most cases, you can follow these steps:

  1. Check eligibility criteria
  2. Collect required documents
  3. Fill the application form
  4. Submit the application online or at the relevant office
  5. Track application status