Indira Gandhi National Widow Pension Scheme (Maharashtra)

Description
The scheme "Indira Gandhi National Widow Pension Scheme Maharashtra " is a social welfare scheme implemented by the Social Justice & Special Assistance Department, Government of Maharashtra. Under this Centrally Sponsored Scheme, widows aged 40 to 79 years who are from a Below Poverty Line family are eligible to receive ₹1500/- per month as pension.

Benefits
• A pension of ₹1500 per month is given to each beneficiary.
• NOTE: ₹300/- per month from the central government and ₹1200/- per month under the state-sponsored Sanjay Gandhi Niradhar Anudan Yojana.

Eligibility Criteria
1. The applicant should be a resident of Maharashtra.
2. The applicant should be a widow.
3. The age of the applicant should be between 40 and 79 years.
4. The applicant should belong to a Below Poverty Line (BPL) family.
5. The applicant should not be receiving pension benefits under any social security scheme.

Application Process
Step 1: Step 1: The interested applicant should visit (during office hours) the Collector’s Office / Tehsildar’s Office, Sanjay Gandhi Niradhar Anudan Yojana Branch / Talathi Office of your district, and request a hard copy of the prescribed format of the…
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Step 1: The interested applicant should visit (during office hours) the Collector’s Office / Tehsildar’s Office, Sanjay Gandhi Niradhar Anudan Yojana Branch / Talathi Office of your district, and request a hard copy of the prescribed format of the application form from the concerned authority.

Step 2: Step 2: In the application form, fill in all the mandatory fields, paste the passport-sized photograph (signed across, if required), and attach copies of all the mandatory documents (self-attest, if required).
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Step 2: In the application form, fill in all the mandatory fields, paste the passport-sized photograph (signed across, if required), and attach copies of all the mandatory documents (self-attest, if required).

Step 3: Step 3: Submit the duly filled and signed application form along with the documents, within the prescribed period (if any), to the concerned authority.
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Step 3: Submit the duly filled and signed application form along with the documents, within the prescribed period (if any), to the concerned authority.

Step 4: Step 4: Request a receipt or acknowledgement from the concerned authority to whom the application has been submitted. Ensure that the receipt contains essential details such as the date and time of submission, and a unique identification number (i…
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NOTE: Ensure that the application is submitted within the prescribed period, if any.

Required Documents
• Aadhaar Card
• Passport-size Photograph
• Identity Proof i.e. Voter ID Card, Driving License
• Death Certificate of Husband
• Residence Proof
• Proof of Age
• Below Poverty Line (BPL) Card/ Related Documents
• Caste Certificate, if Applicable
• Address Proof
• Bank Passbook/ Bank Account Details
• Any Other Documents as Required

Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Who is eligible for the Indira Gandhi National Widow Pension Scheme?
A: A widow aged 40 to 79 years from a Below Poverty Line family is eligible.

Q: What is the total pension amount a widow can receive?
A: A widow can receive a total of ₹600 per month (₹200 from the Central scheme and ₹400 from the state scheme).

Q: Where can I apply for this scheme?
A: Applications can be submitted to the Collector's Office, Tahsildar, or Talathi.

Q: Is there an online application process?
A: No specific information is provided about an online application. You need to visit the mentioned offices for application submission.

Q: What documents are required for application?
A: Documents like proof of age, BPL (Below Poverty Line) certification, and widowhood status may be required.

Q: Who implements this scheme in Maharashtra?
A: The Social Justice & Special Assistance Department, Government of Maharashtra, implements the scheme.

Q: Is this scheme Centrally Sponsored?
A: Yes, the Indira Gandhi National Widow Pension Scheme is a Centrally Sponsored Scheme.

Q: Can widows below 40 years of age apply?
A: No, only widows between the ages of 40 and 79 are eligible.

Q: Is there any provision for widows above 79 years?
A: This scheme is only applicable to widows between 40 and 79 years of age.

Q: Can widows from families above the poverty line apply?
A: No, only those from Below Poverty Line (BPL) families are eligible for the scheme.