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Indira Gandhi National Widow Pension Scheme-Himachal Pradesh

Under this scheme, a monthly pension of ₹1500/- is provided to widows in the age group of 40 to 79 years who belong to Below Poverty Line (BPL) families to support them financially. This scheme is centrally sponsored.

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About This Scheme

The Indira Gandhi National Widow Pension Scheme, implemented by the Department of Social Justice and Empowerment, Himachal Pradesh, aims to provide social security to widows. The scheme covers widows aged 40 to 79 years belonging to families living below the poverty line.

Benefits

₹1.0K · monthly

  • ₹1,000/- per month pension for eligible widows aged 40–70 years.
  • ₹1,500/- per month pension for widows aged 70 years and above.

Eligibility

Note: You may be eligible based on the information shown. Please verify the official eligibility requirements before applying.
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    The applicant should be a resident of Himachal Pradesh.

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    The applicant should be a widow.

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    The widow should be 40 years of age or above.

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    The widow should belong to a Below Poverty Line (BPL) family.

Required Documents

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    Age proof (Birth Certificate or School Certificate)
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    Latest BPL Certificate
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    Recommendation from Gram Panchayat
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    Copy of Parivar Register
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    Death certificate of husband
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    Bank account details
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    Identity proof (Aadhaar Card, Voter ID, or Driving Licence)
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    Any other documents as required

✦ Required ◦ Optional

How to Apply

IIn-person

Step 1: The applicant shall submit the prescribed application form to the concerned Panchayat, Tehsil Welfare Officer, or District Welfare Officer, along with the required documents.

Step 2: Eligible applicants are identified in the Gram Sabha meeting, and the verified list along with the proposal is forwarded to the Tehsil Welfare Officer for scrutiny and completion of formalities.

Step 3: After due verification, the applications are submitted to the District Welfare Officer, who grants final approval for sanction of benefits.

Quick Info

Level
Central Government
Max benefit
₹1.0K

Available In

Himachal Pradesh

Categories

Social welfare & Empowerment

Data Sources