Haryana Gaurav Samman Scheme for Padma Awardees

Description
The " Haryana Gaurav Samman Scheme for Padma Awardees” has been introduced by the Haryana Government to honour individuals from Haryana who have received prestigious Padma Awards Padma Vibhushan, Padma Bhushan, Padma Shri honour the exceptional achievements of citizens of Haryana who have excelled in fields of sports, arts, literature, education, public affairs, social work, science, technology, medicine, industry and other domains of public life. The introduction of such honour to the Padma awardees is expected to create a positive and empowering environment that celebrates talent, hard work dedication, fostering an atmosphere of excellence and pride throughout the state. The recognition and honour extended to the Padma Awardees through this scheme shall be an inspiration to citizens and it shall motivate the citizens of the state to emulate the awardee& 39;s achievements and strive for excellence in their chosen paths. Objectives: 1. Recognizing Exceptional Achievements: Padma Awards are the prestigious awards in India, conferred for exceptional and distinguished service in various fields. The Government seeks to recognize the extraordinary achievements of the Padma awardees from Haryana and highlights their contribution towards excellence in various domains of public life. 1. Providing Financial Support and Encouragement: The monthly honorarium provided to Padma Awardees under the scheme will serve as a gesture of appreciation and encouragement for their outstanding work. This will enable them to pursue their passions, undertake new initiatives, and continue making a positive impact in their respective fields. 1. Fostering a Culture of Excellence: By honouring Padma awardees with an honorarium, the government of Haryana aims to create a culture that values and celebrates excellence. The scheme will inspire other individuals in the state to strive for excellence and contribute significantly to their community and society. 1. Nurturing Talent and Inspiring the Youth: State recognition of Padma Awardees will act as a source of inspiration for the youth of Haryana. It will motivate them to emulate the achievements of the awardees and pursue excellence in their chosen fields, thereby fostering a new generation of talented and dedicated individuals. 1. Promoting Haryana& 39;s Cultural and Intellectual Heritage: Padma Awardees from Haryana have made significant contributions in various domains including arts, education, literature, sports, social work, public affairs, science, technology, medicine, industry and other domains of public life. By supporting and honouring these individuals, the Government aims to promote and preserve the state& 39;s rich cultural and intellectual heritage.

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Benefits
• Monthly Honorarium: Eligible Padma Awardees will receive a monthly honorarium of ₹10,000/-.
• Free Travel: Beneficiaries will be entitled to free travel in all Haryana Roadways buses, including air-conditioned buses.
• Mode of Disbursement: The honorarium will be transferred directly to the beneficiary’s bank account through the Public Financial Management System (PFMS).
• Frequency of Disbursement: The honorarium will be provided on a monthly basis.
• Validity: The honorarium will be provided for the lifetime of the beneficiary unless eligibility conditions are violated.

Eligibility Criteria
1. **A person eligible for honorarium under the scheme shall be:-**
2. The applicant should be a citizen of India and a resident of Haryana.
3. The applicant should possess a Parivar Pehchan Patra (PPP) number issued by the Citizen Resource Information Department (CRID).
4. The applicant must be the recipient of any of the Padma Awards namely Padma Vibhushan, Padma Bhushan &amp;amp; Padma Shri from the Government of India for outstanding contributions and achievements in their respective fields.
5. **Stoppage of monthly honorarium:**
6. **Demise of Awardee:** The honorarium will cease upon the death of the awardee and the payments will not be extended to any other family member or heir. However, the honorarium will be payable for the month of death of the beneficiary to his nominee. 1. **Ceases to be a Padma Awardee:** In case, the award is taken back by Government of India or the award has been returned by the awardee, then the payment of honorarium will be stopped. 1. **Violation of Conditions of the Scheme:** Individuals, found to be in violation of any conditions or eligibility criteria of the scheme, shall become ineligible for the honorarium.

Required Documents
• Identity proof
• Parivar Pehchan Patra (PPP) ID
• Proof of residence
• Padma Award Certificate: A copy of the Padma Award (Padma Vibhushan, Padma Bhushan, or Padma Shri) certificate
• Bank Details
• Any other documents as required

Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What is the Haryana Gaurav Samman Scheme for the Padma Awardees?
A: The scheme provides financial honorarium and travel benefits to Padma Award recipients from Haryana, recognizing their exceptional achievements.

Q: Who is eligible to apply for this scheme?
A: Citizens of India who are residents of Haryana, possess a Parivar Pehchan Patra (PPP) number, and have received a Padma Award (Padma Vibhushan, Padma Bhushan, or Padma Shri) are eligible.

Q: What other benefits are included in the scheme?
A: In addition to the monthly honorarium, awardees receive free travel in all Haryana Roadways buses, including air-conditioned buses.

Q: Which department implements this scheme?
A: The scheme is implemented by the Director General/Director, Social Justice, Empowerment, Welfare of Scheduled Castes & Backward Classes and Antyodaya (SEWA) Department.

Q: How is the honorarium disbursed?
A: The honorarium is directly transferred to the awardee's registered bank account via the Public Financial Management System (PFMS) on a monthly basis.

Q: What documents are required to apply?
A: Applicants need to submit an Aadhaar Card, Parivar Pehchan Patra (PPP) ID, a copy of the Padma Award Certificate, bank account details, and a declaration of any existing honorarium or pension from any government body.

Q: Is there any restriction on receiving other pensions along with this honorarium?
A: If an awardee is already receiving a similar honorarium or pension from the Central/State Government or any autonomous body, they must choose between this scheme and the other benefit.

Q: What happens if an awardee passes away?
A: The honorarium ceases upon the demise of the awardee. However, the payment for the month of death is provided to the nominee.

Q: Can the honorarium be transferred to family members after the awardee's death?
A: No, the honorarium is non-transferable and is discontinued after the month of the awardee's death.

Q: What happens if an awardee returns or loses their Padma Award?
A: If an awardee returns the award or if the Government of India takes it back, the honorarium will be stopped immediately.

Q: Can an awardee nominate someone to receive the honorarium on their behalf?
A: No, the honorarium is strictly for the awardee and cannot be transferred to any nominee except for the final payment in the month of the awardee's death.

Q: What should an applicant do if they face issues in receiving the honorarium?
A: They should contact their District Social Welfare Officer (DSWO) for assistance.