HDTNSYPMP

Hinglaj Devi Temple and Nankana Sahib Yatra in Pakistan- Madhya Pradesh

The scheme aims to provide financial assistance to the pilgrims of the state going on pilgrimage to Hinglaj Devi Temple & Nankana Sahib located in Pakistan. Under this scheme, the State Government will reimburse 50% of the total expenses incurred during the pilgrimage, up to a maximum of ₹30,000/-.

State Cash

States / UT: Madhya Pradesh

Nodal department: Religious Trusts and Endowments Department

Scheme for: Individual

Scheme profile

DBT (direct benefit transfer): No

Categories: Travel & Tourism

Sub-categories: Travel abroad

Target beneficiaries: Individual

Tags: Hinglaj Devi Temple, Nankana Sahib, Pilgrim, Financial Assistance

Details

The scheme "Hinglaj Devi Temple and Nankana Sahib Yatra in Pakistan" is implemented by the Religious Trusts and Endowments Department, Government of Madhya Pradesh. The objective of this scheme is to provide financial assistance to the pilgrims of the state going on pilgrimage to Hinglaj Devi Temple and Nankana Sahib located in Pakistan. Such persons of Madhya Pradesh, who have completed a journey to Hinglaj Devi Temple and Nankana Sahib in Pakistan, will need to submit a certificate of the actual expenses incurred after the journey. The State Government will reimburse 50% of these expenses, up to a maximum of ₹30,000/-.

Benefits

  • Under this scheme the State Government will reimburse 50% of the total expenses incurred during the pilgrimage to Hinglaj Devi Temple and Nankana Sahib in Pakistan up to a maximum of ₹30 000/- per pilgrim

Under this scheme, the State Government will reimburse 50% of the total expenses incurred during the pilgrimage to Hinglaj Devi Temple and Nankana Sahib in Pakistan, up to a maximum of ₹30,000/- per pilgrim.

Eligibility

  1. The applicant should be a native of Madhya Pradesh.
  2. The applicant should have completed the pilgrimage to Hinglaj Devi Temple and Nankana Sahib in Pakistan.
  3. The applicant should not be an income taxpayer.
  4. Each individual is eligible for the grant only once in their lifetime.

Note: To avail of the benefits of this scheme, pilgrims must submit all documents detailing their actual expenses incurred during the journey.

Application Process

Offline

  • Eligible pilgrims should apply for financial assistance/grant using the prescribed form, along with records of their pilgrimage, to the concerned District Collector, Madhya Pradesh within 60 days of completing their pilgrimage. - The office of the concerned Collector will disburse the grant amount after verifying the submitted records.

Clarifications

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

What is the objective of this scheme?
The primary objective is to support the financial burden of pilgrims traveling to Hinglaj Devi Temple and Nankana Sahib in Pakistan by reimbursing a portion of their expenses.
Who is eligible to apply for this scheme?
Applicants must be natives of Madhya Pradesh, have completed the pilgrimage to both Hinglaj Devi Temple and Nankana Sahib, not be income taxpayers, and can only receive the grant once in their lifetime.
How much financial assistance is provided under the scheme?
The State Government will reimburse 50% of the total expenses incurred during the pilgrimage, up to a maximum of ₹30,000 per pilgrim.
Can I apply for the grant multiple times?
No, each individual is eligible for the grant only once in their lifetime.
How do I apply for financial assistance?
Eligible pilgrims should apply using the prescribed form along with their pilgrimage records to the concerned District Collector in Madhya Pradesh within 60 days of completing their pilgrimage.
Where should I submit my application for the scheme?
Applications should be submitted to the office of the concerned District Collector in Madhya Pradesh.
What is the deadline for submitting the application?
Applications must be submitted within 60 days of completing the pilgrimage.
How is the grant amount disbursed?
The office of the concerned Collector will verify the submitted records and disburse the grant amount accordingly.
Is there any income limit to qualify for this scheme?
Yes, the applicant should not be an income taxpayer.

Definitions

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