MMSY

Mukhya Mantri Sahara Yojana

The State Government has launched the 'Sahara Scheme' to provide financial assistance of Rs. 3000 per month to the patients belonging to the economically weaker sections of the society, who are suffering from specified diseases such Parkinson, Malignant Cancer, Paralysis etc.

State Cash

States / UT: Himachal Pradesh

Nodal department: Health and Family Welfare Department, Himachal Pradesh

Scheme for: Individual

Scheme profile

DBT (direct benefit transfer): Yes

Categories: Health & Wellness

Sub-categories: Financial assistance

Target beneficiaries: All

Tags: Sahara Yojana, DBT Scheme, Financial Assistance, EWS Scheme, Patients

Details

The Government of Himachal Pradesh has launched the 'Sahara Scheme' to provide financial assistance to patients from economically weaker sections of society suffering from specified diseases such as Parkinson's disease, Malignant Cancer, Paralysis, Muscular Dystrophy, Hemophilia, and Thalassemia. The scheme also covers patients suffering from chronic renal failure or any other disease that permanently incapacitates a person. The objective of the scheme is to provide financial assistance to patients suffering from fatal diseases as a social security measure, to mitigate the hardships faced during prolonged treatment.

Benefits

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1. The eligible beneficiaries will receive financial assistance of Rs. 3,000 per month under the scheme.

2. Financial assistance will be provided to mitigate the hardships faced during prolonged treatment.

Eligibility

  1. The applicant must be a resident of Himachal Pradesh.
  2. The applicant must belong to the economically weaker section of society.
  3. The applicant must be suffering from specified diseases such as Parkinson's disease, Malignant Cancer, Paralysis, Muscular Dystrophy, Hemophilia, and Thalassemia, or chronic renal failure or any other disease that renders a person permanently incapacitated.
  4. The applicant must not be a beneficiary of any other government-sponsored pension scheme.

Application Process

Online

1. Eligible applicants can apply for the scheme through the official website of the Department of Health & family Welfare of Himachal Pradesh https://sahara.hpsbys.in/Home/Default or by submitting the application form at the nearest block development office or panchayat.

2. Applicants are required to fill out the application form with accurate information and submit it along with the required documents.

3. After submitting the application form, the applicant will receive an acknowledgement receipt with a unique application ID.

Clarifications

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

Who Is Eligible For The Sahara Scheme?
Patients belonging to economically weaker sections of the society who are suffering from specified diseases such as Parkinson's disease, Malignant Cancer, Paralysis, Muscular Dystrophy, Hemophilia, and Thalassemia, or chronic renal failure or any other disease that renders a person permanently incapacitated are eligible for the scheme.
What Is The Financial Assistance Provided Under The Scheme?
The eligible beneficiaries will receive financial assistance of Rs. 3,000 per month under the scheme.
How Can I Apply For The Scheme?
Eligible beneficiaries can apply for the scheme through the official website of the Department of Health & Family Welfare of Himachal Pradesh https://sahara.hpsbys.in/Home/Default or by submitting the application form at the nearest block development office or panchayat.
Can A Person Who Is Already Receiving Pension From Another Government Scheme Apply For The Sahara Scheme?
No, a person who is already receiving a pension from another government scheme is not eligible to apply for the Sahara Scheme.
Is There Any Fee To Apply For The Scheme?
No, there is no fee to apply for the scheme.
Can The Financial Assistance Amount Be Transferred To A Joint Bank Account?
No, the financial assistance amount can only be transferred to the bank account of the eligible beneficiary.
How Often Will The Financial Assistance Amount Be Credited To The Beneficiary's Bank Account?
The financial assistance amount will be credited to the beneficiary's bank account on a monthly basis.

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