Additional Pension to Widow of Ex-Serviceman having Children

Description
The scheme "Additional Pension to Widow of Ex-Serviceman having Children" is implemented by the Sainik and Ardh Sainik Welfare Department, Government of Haryana. Under the scheme, an additional amount, in addition to the pension, is provided to the widow of an ex-serviceman who dies while in service but not in any battle. This additional amount is given for up to three children and continues until the child dies, reaches the age of 20 years, gets married, or becomes employed, whichever is the earliest. The additional pension will be reduced proportionately as a child dies or attains the age of 20 years or gets married or gets employed.

Benefits
• The rates of additional pension admissible under the scheme are as follows:
• Mode of Payment:

Eligibility Criteria
1. The applicant should be the widow of an ex-serviceman. A ‘widow’ means the widow of a member of the Armed Forces whose death has taken place while in service but not in any battle.
2. The widow should be a resident of Haryana.
3. The benefit is provided for up to three children of the widow.
4. The benefit continues until the child dies, attains the age of 20 years, gets married, or becomes employed, whichever is the earliest.
5. **Note 1:** Every eligible widow shall give a certificate of eligibility on a half-yearly basis, in Form III and send it to the concerned Secretary of the District Sainik Board so as to reach them within the months of June and December every year.
6. **Note 2:** As and when one or more children of the eligible person die or reach the age of 20 years or get married or secure employment, it shall be responsibility of the eligible widow to inform the Secretary of the District Sainik Board in this regard.

Required Documents
• Copy of Ex-servicemen /Widow of Ex-servicemen Identity Card
• Parivar Pehchan Patra
• Original Discharge Book of Ex-serviceman
• Domicile Certificate of Haryana
• Copy of Bank Passbook linked with Aadhaar Card
• Applicant’s Photo ID Proof (Ration Card/Driving Licence/ Voter ID Card/PAN Card etc.)
• P.P.O
• Aadhaar Card
• Affidavit
• Any other documents as required

Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Who is eligible for this scheme?
A: The widow of an ex-serviceman who died while in service (not in battle) and who has up to three children is eligible. The widow must be a resident of Haryana.

Q: How long does the benefit continue?
A: The benefit continues until each child of the widow dies, reaches the age of 20 years, gets married, or becomes employed, whichever is the earliest.

Q: What are the benefits provided under this scheme?
A: The rates of additional pension vary based on the rank of the ex-serviceman: [?]100/- per child per month for Other Ranks, [?]150/- per child per month for JCO's, and [?]200/- per child per month for Officers, subject to maximum limits.

Q: How is the additional pension paid?
A: The additional pension is paid on a quarterly basis by money order or in cash, as convenient, by the Secretary of District Sainik Board.

Q: How can an eligible applicant apply for this scheme?
A: Eligible applicants can apply online through the Official Portal - Antyodaya-SARAL Portal at https://saralharyana.gov.in/.

Q: Is there any specific residency requirement?
A: Yes, the widow must be a resident of Haryana to avail of this scheme.

Q: What happens if a child of the widow dies or reaches 20 years of age, gets married, or becomes employed?
A: The additional pension will be reduced proportionately, and it is the responsibility of the widow to inform the Secretary of the District Sainik Board about such events.

Q: What is the definition of a 'widow' under this scheme?
A: A widow of a member of the Armed Forces whose death occurred while in service but not in any battle.

Q: How often must the widow submit a certificate of eligibility?
A: On a half-yearly basis, in June and December.

Q: Can the benefit be claimed for more than three children?
A: No, the benefit is limited to up to three children.