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Pension Scheme to Widow- DNH & DD

Widows aged 18-59 years residing in Dadra & Nagar Haveli and Daman & Diu are eligible to receive ₹1,000 per month under this financial assistance scheme, administered by the Social Welfare Department. This support aims to help them meet their basic needs and maintain a dignified life, with funds transferred through Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT).

State Cash

States / UT: Dadra & Nagar Haveli and Daman & Diu

Nodal department: Social Welfare Department

Scheme for: Individual

Scheme profile

DBT (direct benefit transfer): Yes

Categories: Women and Child, Social welfare & Empowerment

Sub-categories: Pension, Assistance to Widows

Target beneficiaries: Individual

Tags: Widow

Details

The scheme “Pension Scheme to Widow” is implemented by the Social Welfare Department, UT of Dadra & Nagar Haveli and Daman & Diu. The scheme aims to provide financial assistance to widows aged between 18-59 years. This scheme offers ₹1,000/- per month to help them meet their basic needs. Eligible beneficiaries should be domiciles of Dadra & Nagar Haveli and Daman & Diu, with an annual income not exceeding ₹1.5 lakh. The pension is discontinued if the widow remarries or enters a live-in relationship. Additionally, beneficiaries should not be receiving financial assistance under any other widow pension scheme. This initiative ensures essential financial support to widows, helping them lead a dignified life.

Benefits

  • - Under this scheme, widows receive financial assistance of ₹1,000/- per month. Note: The mode of fund transfer shall be Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT)
  • Under this scheme, widows receive financial assistance of ₹1,000/- per month.

Note: The mode of fund transfer shall be Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT).

Eligibility

  1. The applicant should be a domicile of the Dadra & Nagar Haveli and Daman & Diu.
  2. The applicant should be a widow.
  3. The applicant should be between 18 and 59 years of age.
  4. The benefit will be discontinued if the applicant remarries or enters a live-in relationship.
  5. The applicant's annual income should not exceed ₹1.5 lakh.
  6. The applicant should not be receiving financial assistance under any other widow pension scheme.

Special/General Conditions: In case of non-availability of age proof the beneficiary shall be referred to Medical Board (Government Hospital) of the concerned district for verification of age. After attaining age of 60 years, the beneficiary shall be transferred to the Pension Scheme to Old Age Persons (Senior Citizen).

Exclusions


Application Process

Offline

Application Process:
Step 1: The applicant can collect the application form from the office of the District Panchayat or Municipal Council of the concerned district. Alternatively, the application form can be downloaded from the official website.
Step 2: The applicant should carefully fill out the application form and attach all necessary documents.
Step 3: The duly filled application form, addressed to the Chief Executive Officer/Chief Officer of the concerned District Panchayat/Municipal Council, should be submitted to the Gram Panchayat/District Panchayat/Municipal Council of the concerned district.

Post Application Process:
Step 1: Field-level staff of the District Panchayat/Municipal Council will verify the submitted documents and scrutinize the application. They will also collect a life certificate from the beneficiaries annually.
Step 2: The Chief Executive Officer/Chief Officer of the respective District Panchayat/Municipal Council will review and approve the applications.

Timelines:
• Application process: The application may be processed within 30 (thirty) days from the date of receipt.
• Payment disbursement: Once the application is approved by the Approving / Recommending authorities, the payment shall be disbursed into the bank account of the widow women by the fifth of every month.

Grievance Redressal & Contact:
For any grievance, the aggrieved widow women may approach, the Chief Executive Officer/Chief Officer of District Panchayat/Municipal Council in the concerned district or District Collector of the concerned district or Department of Social Welfare.

Clarifications

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

What is the objective of this scheme?
The scheme aims to support widows financially so they can meet their basic needs and lead a dignified life.
Which department implements this scheme?
The scheme is implemented by the Social Welfare Department, UT of Dadra & Nagar Haveli and Daman & Diu.
How is the pension amount disbursed?
The pension is directly transferred to the beneficiary's bank account through the Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) system.
Who is eligible to apply for this scheme?
A widow aged between 18 and 59 years, who is a domicile of Dadra & Nagar Haveli and Daman & Diu and has an annual income not exceeding ₹1.5 lakh, is eligible.
Is there an income limit for eligibility?
Yes, the applicant's annual income should not exceed ₹1.5 lakh.
Can a widow receive benefits under this scheme if she is already availing another widow pension scheme?
No, a widow receiving financial assistance under any other widow pension scheme is not eligible.
What happens if a widow remarries?
If a widow remarries or enters a live-in relationship, the pension benefits will be discontinued.
Can an applicant apply without age proof?
If the applicant does not have age proof, she will be referred to a Medical Board at a government hospital for age verification.
What happens when the widow reaches 60 years of age?
Once the widow reaches 60 years of age, she will be transferred to the "Pension Scheme to Old Age Persons (Senior Citizen)."
Where can I obtain the application form?
The application form can be collected from the District Panchayat or Municipal Council office of the concerned district. It can also be downloaded from the official website.
How can I apply for the scheme?
Applicants must fill out the application form, attach necessary documents, and submit it to the Gram Panchayat/District Panchayat/Municipal Council of the concerned district.
How is the verification process carried out?
Field-level staff from the District Panchayat or Municipal Council will verify the submitted documents and scrutinize the application.
How long does it take to process the application?
The application is usually processed within 30 days from the date of submission.
When is the pension amount credited to the bank account?
Once the application is approved, the pension amount is credited to the beneficiary's bank account by the 5th of every month.

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