Himachal Pradesh Patrakar Kalyan Yojana

Description
The scheme "Himachal Pradesh Patrakar Kalyan Yojana" was launched by the Director of Information and Public Relations Department, Government of Himachal Pradesh under the Himachal Pradesh Journalists Welfare Fund Scheme, 2006. The purpose of the Yojana shall be to provide financial assistance to the serving accreditated journalists and retired accreditated journalists in adverse situations as accidents and illness etc.

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Benefits
• Financial assistance to serving accredited journalist:-
• Financial assistance to retired accredited journalist:
• Assistance in Adverse Situations:
• Financial assistance of ₹25,000/- only as immediate serving accredited journalists and retired accredited journalists or their dependents/legal heirs on production of documentary proof regarding death certificate, illness or accident etc. and subsequently its ex-post-facto approval would be obtained from the Committee.

Eligibility Criteria
1. The applicant should be a legal heir (spouse, his/her dependent, children) of the deceased journalist.
2. The deceased serving/retired accredited journalist is unmarried or single the financial assistance will be released in favour of his or her dependent father or mother.
3. The medical emergency or any other adverse situation assistance will be released to the serving/retired accredited journalists.
4. The serving/retired accredited journalist&#39;s family annual income is less than ₹1,80,000/-.
5. The retired journalist should serve of at least twenty years as accredited journalist with the Government of Himachal Pradesh and not taken other gainful employment besides journalism.
6. The retired accredited journalist&#39;s age should be 58 years.
7. **NOTE:** Himachal Pradesh Journalists Welfare Fund Scheme will be replaced by new H.P. Patrakar Kalyan Yojana, 2017 hence who are already subscribers of Himachal Pradesh Journalists Welfare Fund Scheme, 2006 will now be considered as member under this new Scheme.
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Required Documents
• Proof of Certificate (Aadhaar card/Voter ID card/PAN card/Ration card).
• Income certificate (issue Tehsildar (Class-I)/Sub Divisional Magistrate of the area).
• Death Certificate.
• Medical Certificate.

Frequently Asked Questions
Q: When did the scheme come into effect?
A: It came into force upon its publication in the Rajptra of Himachal Pradesh or e-Gazette.

Q: What is the purpose of this scheme?
A: To provide financial assistance to serving and retired accredited journalists in adverse situations.

Q: Who is eligible to apply under this scheme?
A: Serving and retired accredited journalists of Himachal Pradesh, meeting specific criteria.

Q: Who administers the Himachal Pradesh Patrakar Kalyan Yojna?
A: The scheme is administered by a Committee formed under the Government of Himachal Pradesh.

Q: What is the composition of the Committee administering the scheme?
A: The Committee includes the Minister-in-Charge (Chairman), Administrative Secretary, Finance Secretary, and Director of Information and Public Relations (Member Secretary).

Q: How much immediate financial assistance can be provided in emergencies?
A: Immediate assistance of [?]25,000 can be provided by the Director (I&PR).

Q: What is the procedure for applying for financial assistance?
A: Submit the application form directly to the Director (I&PR) or through the District Public Relations Officer.

Q: How is the Patrakar Kalyan Fund audited?
A: The accounts are audited by the Local Auditor, as managed by the Director (I&PR).

Q: Can the scheme be amended?
A: Yes, the Government of Himachal Pradesh can amend the scheme based on the Committee's recommendations.

Q: How often is the financial assistance reviewed and approved?
A: The Committee reviews and approves financial assistance on a case-by-case basis, as per the scheme's guidelines.

Q: What support is available for medical emergencies?
A: Up to [?]50,000 for major diseases like cancer, kidney transplants, or heart disease.