FAWGAV

Financial Assistance To Women And Girl Acid Attack Victims

The scheme “Financial Assistance to Women and Girls Acid Attack Victims” by the Govt. of Haryana, provides financial assistance in the form of a monthly pension to the women/girls residing in Haryana who have suffered disfigurement of any part of the body or have become disabled due to acid attack.

State Cash

States / UT: Haryana

Nodal department: Social Justice and Empowerment Department

Scheme for: Individual

Scheme profile

Categories: Social welfare & Empowerment, Women and Child

Sub-categories: Crisis/Disaster/Accident, Financial assistance, Citizen empowerment

Target beneficiaries: Individual

Tags: Acid Attack, Woman, Girl, Social Welfare, Victim, Financial Asisstance

Details

Launched on 26th Feb 2019, the social security scheme “Financial Assistance to Women and Girls Acid Attack Victims” by the Social Justice & Empowerment Department, Govt. of Haryana, provides financial assistance in the form of a monthly pension to the women/girls residing in Haryana who have suffered disfigurement of any part of the body or have become disabled due to acid attack or similar corrosive substance. The scheme aims to restore, to an extent the right to live with dignity for the woman/girl victims of acid attack.

Benefits

  • The Financial Assistance will be in the multiples of the monthly pension under the "Divyang Pension" scheme of the Govt. of Haryana:
  • 2.5 times the monthly Pension, if the Percentage of Disability is between 40% and 50%
  • 3.5 times the monthly Pension, if the Percentage of Disability is between 51% and 60%
  • 4.5 times the monthly Pension, if the Percentage of Disability is greater than 61%. The Financial Assistance will become applicable from the month of application

The Financial Assistance will be in the multiples of the monthly pension under the "Divyang Pension" scheme of the Govt. of Haryana:

  • 2.5 times the monthly Pension, if the Percentage of Disability is between 40% and 50%.
  • 3.5 times the monthly Pension, if the Percentage of Disability is between 51% and 60%.
  • 4.5 times the monthly Pension, if the Percentage of Disability is greater than 61%.

*The Financial Assistance will become applicable from the month of application.

Eligibility

  • The applicant should be a resident of Haryana.
  • The applicant should be a woman/ girl.
  • The applicant should have suffered disfigurement of a part of her body or should have become disabled due to an attack by acid or a similar corrosive substance.
  • The acid attack should have happened on or after 2nd May 2011.
  • The applicant should have been residing in Haryana for at least 3 years since the acid attack.

Exclusions

A girl/woman who has self-inflicted the acid injuries, made advertently or inadvertently.

Application Process

Offline

Step 1: The interested applicant should visit (during office hours) the Office/ Sub-Office of the District Social Welfare Officer (DSWO), and request the hard copy of the prescribed format of the application form from the staff exclusively entrusted to issue and collect filled-in applications.
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 to the DSWO.
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 1: The application may be made on the victim's behalf by or her parent(s)/ legal heir(s), in cases where the victim cannot make an application herself.
NOTE 2: In the case of a minor victim, the application may be made on her behalf by her parent/ guardian.
NOTE 3: In the case of the victim being a married woman, the application may be made on her behalf by her husband/ parent/ guardian.

Clarifications

Additional points from the scheme information published on myScheme (not legal advice).

Who Is Eligible For The Financial Assistance Scheme For Women And Girl Acid Attack Victims?
Women and girl acid attack victims who are residents of Haryana and have been attacked in the state are eligible for this scheme.
Is There Any Age Limit To Avail Of The Benefits Of This Scheme?
No, there is no age limit to avail of the benefits of this scheme.
What Are The Documents Required To Apply For This Scheme?
The following documents are required to apply for this scheme: Proof of residence in Haryana Copy of FIR/Complaint Medical report Income certificate Identity proof
How Can An Acid Attack Victim Apply For This Scheme?
The acid attack victim can apply for this scheme by submitting the required documents to the District Social Welfare Officer of their district.
Is There Any Application Fee To Apply For This Scheme?
No, there is no application fee to apply for this scheme.
What Is The Last Date For Applying For This Scheme?
There is no last date for applying for this scheme.
Is There Any Income Limit For The Applicant To Be Eligible For This Scheme?
No, there is no income limit for the applicant to be eligible for this scheme.
Can An Acid Attack Victim Who Has Already Received Financial Assistance From Other Sources Still Apply For This Scheme?
Yes, an acid attack victim who has already received financial assistance from other sources can still apply for this scheme.
Can An Acid Attack Victim Who Has Not Reported The Attack To The Police Still Apply For This Scheme?
No, an acid attack victim who has not reported the attack to the police cannot apply for this scheme.
What Is The Purpose Of Providing Financial Assistance To The Acid Attack Victims Under This Scheme?
The purpose of providing financial assistance to the acid attack victims under this scheme is to help them in their rehabilitation and to provide them with financial support for their medical treatment and livelihood.
Can The Financial Assistance Provided Under This Scheme Be Used For Any Purpose?
No, the financial assistance provided under this scheme can only be used for the treatment and rehabilitation of the acid attack victim.
Can An Acid Attack Victim Apply For This Scheme Multiple Times?
No, an acid attack victim can only apply for this scheme once.
Is There Any Provision For Review Or Appeal Of The Decision Of The District Social Welfare Officer?
Yes, the applicant can file a review or appeal with the Director, Social Justice and Empowerment Department, Haryana, within 30 days of receiving the decision of the District Social Welfare Officer.
Can An Acid Attack Victim Who Is Not A Resident Of Haryana Apply For This Scheme?
No, only acid attack victims who are residents of Haryana can apply for this scheme.
Is The Financial Assistance Provided Under This Scheme Taxable?
No, the financial assistance provided under this scheme is not taxable.
Is There Any Provision For The Renewal Of The Financial Assistance Provided Under This Scheme?
No, there is no provision for the renewal of the financial assistance provided under this scheme.
Is There Any Provision For The Payment Of The Financial Assistance In Instalments?
No, the financial assistance is provided in a lump sum amount.

Definitions

  • Acid Attack Victim

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