VVUY

Vidhva Vivah Uphar Yojana

The Vidhva Vivah Uphar Yojana, initiated by the Rajasthan government's Social Justice and Empowerment Department, provides financial assistance of ₹51,000 to widow women in Rajasthan. Eligible applicants must meet specific criteria, including residency in Rajasthan for at least three years, age between 18 and 50, and entitlement to a widow pension, ensuring support for their remarriage.

State Cash

States / UT: Rajasthan

Nodal department: Social Justice and Empowerment Department

Scheme for: Individual

Scheme profile

DBT (direct benefit transfer): Yes

Scheme open date: 2007-04-26

Categories: Social welfare & Empowerment

Sub-categories: Financial assistance, Marriage

Target beneficiaries: Individual

Tags: Women, Widow, Financial Assistance, Marriage

Details

Vidhwa Vivah Uphar Yojana is a government Under the Social Justice and Empowerment Department, scheme that assists in the process of marriage of widows. This scheme is for those widows who have decided to start a new life after the time spent with their former husbands. The government provides a certain amount to widows, which can be used in the marriage of widows. The money is used to help widows meet the comfortable needs of their new home.

Benefits

  • Financial Assistance/Gift amount ₹51,000/-

Financial Assistance/Gift amount ₹51,000/-

Eligibility

  • Applicant must be a widow women from Rajasthan State.
  • Applicant must be resident of Rajasthan or living in Rajasthan for 3 years before re-marriage.
  • Applicant should be entitled to pension as per widow pension rules.
  • Applicant age should be between 18-50 years.
  • If the applicant has remarried before this scheme then he/she will not be eligible.

Application Process

Offline

  1. Applicant need to get the application form from :
  • Officer of the District Social Justice and Empowerment Department.
  • Download from the official document page no. 7. - On plain paper.
  1. Submit to the Officer of the District Social Justice and Empowerment Department.
  2. Attach all the required documents
  • Age proof (school certificate, birth certificate)
  • Husband's death certificate
  • Residence proof
  • Income proof (all sources)
  • Details of family members
  • Widow pension document (if applicable)
  • Remarriage certificate (certified copy)

Clarifications

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

Where to apply for Vidhwa Vivah Uphar Yojana Rajasthan?
The Rajasthan government's Social Justice and Empowerment Department launched the "Vidhva Vivah Uphar Yojana" program, a social welfare initiative that aims to improve the lives of widow women.
What benefits are provided under the scheme?
Financial support is provided.
May Other State persons also apply for this scheme?
No, only for Rajasthan.
What documents are required ?
The applicant must have the following documents: 1. Aadhar Card Copy. 2. Address Proof Copy. 3. Bank Passbook Copy. 4. Birth Certificate Copy : For age proof. 5. Death Certificate Cop : of Husband. 6. Jan Aadhar/Bhamashah Card Copy. 7. Passport Size Photo.
What is Bhamashah Card?
The Bhamashah card provided by this yojana is linked to a bank account in the name of the housewife. The card also provides women with biometric identification and core banking functions, as well as a variety of cash benefits that are directly transferred to their bank account.
Is this scheme only for Widows?
Yes
What is DBT?
DBT stands for Direct Benefit Transfer. It is a mechanism used by governments to transfer financial assistance or subsidies directly to the bank accounts of beneficiaries.
What is IFSC cord?
The IFSC code uniquely identifies a specific bank branch participating in electronic fund transfer systems in India.
How many times the applicant can avail of the benefits of the scheme?
Only Ones.
Is this scheme for Urban area only?
No, This is for Urban and Rural both.
Is there any age restriction for widows to avail benefits under this scheme?
Applicant's age should be 18 to 50 years.

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
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