Additional Pension to Widow of Ex-Serviceman having Children
in Haryana
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Additional Pension to Widow of Ex-Serviceman having Children in Haryana
Additional Pension to Widow of Ex-Serviceman having Children is a government scheme available to eligible residents of Haryana.
Apply for Additional Pension to Widow of Ex-Serviceman having Children in Haryana
Scheme Overview
The scheme 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.
Eligibility Criteria
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.
The widow should be a resident of Haryana.
The benefit is provided for up to three children of the widow.
The benefit continues until the child dies, attains the age of 20 years, gets married, or becomes employed, whichever is the earliest.
**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.
**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.
Benefits
The rates of additional pension admissible under the scheme are as follows:
Mode of Payment:
Required Documents
| # | Document |
|---|---|
| 1 | Copy of Ex-servicemen /Widow of Ex-servicemen Identity Card |
| 2 | Parivar Pehchan Patra |
| 3 | Original Discharge Book of Ex-serviceman |
| 4 | Domicile Certificate of Haryana |
| 5 | Copy of Bank Passbook linked with Aadhaar Card |
| 6 | Applicant’s Photo ID Proof (Ration Card/Driving Licence/ Voter ID Card/PAN Card etc.) |
| 7 | P.P.O |
| 8 | Aadhaar Card |
| 9 | Affidavit |
| 10 | Any other documents as required |
Common questions in Haryana
Who can apply for Additional Pension to Widow of Ex-Serviceman having Children in Haryana?
Eligible residents of Haryana who meet the scheme’s overall criteria can apply for Additional Pension to Widow of Ex-Serviceman having Children. Refer to the eligibility section above for the complete checklist.
What documents are required for Additional Pension to Widow of Ex-Serviceman having Children in Haryana?
Applicants in Haryana typically need identity proof (Aadhaar), state residency proof, bank account details, and any scheme-specific documents listed in the documents section.
Frequently Asked Questions
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.