LBS-WB

Lakshmir Bhandar Scheme

Lakshmir Bhandar is a flagship financial assistance program in West Bengal designed to empower women aged 25-60 from economically weaker sections. Eligible women enrolled in the 'Swasthya Sathi' scheme receive ₹1,200 per month if from Scheduled Caste/Scheduled Tribes households, and ₹1,000 per month if from other categories.

State Cash

States / UT: West Bengal

Nodal department: Women and Child Development and Social Welfare Department

Scheme for: Individual

Scheme profile

DBT (direct benefit transfer): Yes

Scheme open date: 2021-01-02

Categories: Social welfare & Empowerment, Women and Child

Sub-categories: Financial assistance

Target beneficiaries: Individual

Tags: Financial Asisstance, Social Welfare, Women, Lakshmir Bhandar

Details

"Lakshmir Bhandar" Scheme is a flagship program launched by the West Bengal Government in February 2021, to provide financial assistance to women from economically weaker sections of society. For the empowerment of women in the age group of 25-60 years and enrolled in ‘Swasthya Sathi’, ₹ 1,200/- every month to women SC/ST households and ₹ 1,000/- per month to other beneficiaries are provided. The scheme aims to empower women and make them financially independent by providing them with a one-time grant to buy essential goods and services.

Benefits

  • - For women from Scheduled Caste / Scheduled Tribes households: ₹1,200/- per month
  • For women from other category: ₹1,000/- per month
  • For women from Scheduled Caste / Scheduled Tribes households: ₹ 1,200/- per month
  • For women from other category: ₹ 1,000/- per month.

Eligibility

  • The applicant should be a resident of West Bengal.
  • The applicant should be a woman.
  • The age of the applicant should be between 25 - 60 years.
  • The household of the applicant should be enrolled under the "Swasthyasathi" scheme.
  • The applicant should not be a government employee in permanent employment/ retired government employee of Central/ State Government, Statutory Bodies, Government Undertakings, Panchayats, Municipal Corporations/ Municipalities, Local Bodies, teaching and non-teaching employees of Government aided Educational Institutions, etc. receiving regular salary/ pension.

Exclusions


Application Process

Offline

Step 1: The scheme’s application form will be available free of cost at the Duare Sarkar Camps. The applicant will submit the filled-in, duly signed application form at one of the Duare Sarkar Camps, along with the self-attested copies of the required documents.

Step 2: The applications so received at the Duare Sarkar camp will be duly enquired into as per Duare Sarkar modalities by government officials only authorized for the purpose. After verification/inquiry, the Block Development Officer in the rural area or the Sub-Divisional Officer in the urban area, as the case may be, shall enter the applications on the portal, verify and recommend the list of eligible applicants to the District Magistrate for sanction.

(In case of the areas falling within the jurisdiction of Kolkata Municipal Corporation, the same process will be completed by the Commissioner, Kolkata Municipal Corporation.)

Step 3: The Commissioner of Kolkata Municipal Corporation shall be the sanctioning authority for applicants residing in areas under the Kolkata Municipal Corporation. In all other cases, the District Magistrate will be the sanctioning authority.

Step 4: The financial assistance sanctioned under the scheme will be credited monthly through DBT (Direct Bank Transfer) to the Aadhaar-linked bank account held solely by the eligible adult female member/s of the household.

[Note: A yearly verification of the life status of the beneficiary of the scheme will be done once a year, through the Registrar of Birth and Death through the online system.]

Clarifications

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

What Is The Lakshmir Bhandar Scheme?
Answer: The Lakshmir Bhandar scheme is a financial assistance program launched by the government of West Bengal to provide a one-time grant of Rs. 1000 to women from economically weaker sections of society.
Who Is Eligible For The Lakshmir Bhandar Scheme?
Answer: Women from economically weaker sections of society who are permanent residents of West Bengal and are not beneficiaries of any other similar government scheme are eligible for the scheme.
Is There Any Fee To Apply For The Lakshmir Bhandar Scheme?
Answer: No, there is no fee to apply for the scheme.
What Is The Grant Amount Under The Lakshmir Bhandar Scheme?
Answer: The grant amount under the scheme is Rs. 1000.
Can I Use The Grant Amount For Any Purpose?
Answer: The grant amount can be used to purchase essential goods and services.
How Will I Receive The Grant Amount Under The Lakshmir Bhandar Scheme?
Answer: The grant amount will be transferred directly to your bank account.
How Long Does It Take To Receive The Grant Amount Under The Lakshmir Bhandar Scheme?
Answer: If your application is approved, you will receive the grant amount within a few days.
Can I Apply For The Lakshmir Bhandar Scheme If I Am Already A Beneficiary Of Another Government Scheme?
Answer: No, you cannot apply for the scheme if you are already a beneficiary of another similar government scheme.
What Is The Age Limit To Apply For The Lakshmir Bhandar Scheme?
Answer: There is no age limit to apply for the scheme.
What Is The Objective Of The Lakshmir Bhandar Scheme?
Answer: The objective of the scheme is to provide financial assistance to women from economically weaker sections of society and to help them become self-sufficient and independent.
What Is The Deadline To Apply For The Lakshmir Bhandar Scheme?
Answer: There is no deadline to apply for the scheme.
Can I Check The Status Of My Application For The Lakshmir Bhandar Scheme?
Answer: Yes, you can check the status of your application on the official website.
What Should I Do If My Application For The Lakshmir Bhandar Scheme Is Rejected?
Answer: If your application is rejected, you can reapply after correcting the errors or providing additional documents.
Can I Apply For The Lakshmir Bhandar Scheme If I Am A Student?
Answer: Yes, as long as you meet the eligibility criteria, you can apply for the scheme.
Can Men Apply For The Lakshmir Bhandar Scheme?
Answer: No, the scheme is only for women.
Can I Withdraw The Grant Amount In Cash?
Answer: No, the grant amount will be transferred directly to your bank account.

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