Ganga Swarupa Pension Scheme

Description
The "Ganga Swarupa Pension Scheme" launched by the Women and Child Development Department, Gujarat, aims to empower widowed women by offering financial support, ensuring they achieve self-reliance and dignity. Eligible beneficiaries receive a monthly pension directly deposited into their Post Office accounts. The scheme is managed by the Women and Child Development Office and implemented at the district level by the Mamlatdar.

Benefits
• Monthly Pension: Monthly financial assistance of ₹1,250/-.

Eligibility Criteria
1. - The applicant must be a resident of Gujarat.
2. - The applicant must be a widowed woman.
3. - The applicant must be aged 18 years or above.
4. - The applicant’s annual income must not exceed ₹1,20,000/- in rural areas and ₹1,50,000/- in urban areas.

Required Documents
• Photo of the applicant (widowed woman).
• Copy of ration card.
• School leaving certificate.
• Income proof.
• Husband’s death certificate.
• Election card or Aadhaar card.
• Electricity bill.
• Birth certificate.
• Proof of being a widow.

Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What is the purpose of the "Ganga Swarupa Pension Scheme"?
A: The scheme aims to provide financial assistance to widowed women to help them achieve self-reliance.

Q: Who is eligible for this scheme?
A: Widowed women aged 18 years or above with an income below Rs. 1,20,000 in rural areas or Rs. 1,50,000 in urban areas are eligible.

Q: How much financial assistance is provided under this scheme?
A: Beneficiaries receive Rs. 1250 monthly as financial assistance.

Q: How is the pension amount disbursed?
A: The pension amount is directly deposited into the beneficiary's post account.

Q: Where should the application for the scheme be submitted?
A: The application form must be submitted to the Taluka Mamlatdar's office.

Q: What documents are required to apply for the scheme?
A: Documents such as a photo of the applicant, ration card, income proof, husband's death certificate, Aadhaar card, and proof of being a widow are required.

Q: Who verifies and approves the applications?
A: The Taluka Mamlatdar is responsible for verifying and approving the applications.

Q: Is there an age limit for applying to the scheme?
A: Yes, the applicant must be at least 18 years old to apply.

Q: What is the income limit for eligibility?
A: The income limit is [?]1,20,000/- annually for rural areas and [?]1,50,000/- annually for urban areas.

Q: How often is the pension amount provided?
A: The pension amount is provided on a monthly basis.

Q: Who implements the scheme?
A: The scheme is implemented by the Women and Child Development Office, with district-level administration handled by the Mamlatdar.