Mukhyamantri Kalakar Sahayata Yojana
in Odisha
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Mukhyamantri Kalakar Sahayata Yojana in Odisha
Mukhyamantri Kalakar Sahayata Yojana is a government scheme available to eligible residents of Odisha.
Apply for Mukhyamantri Kalakar Sahayata Yojana in Odisha
Scheme Overview
Mukhyamantri Kalakar Sahayata Yojana is a scheme under the Odia Language, Literature & Culture Department, Government of Odisha aims to offer sustenance and assistance to elderly artists who, despite facing financial hardship, have consistently devoted themselves to enriching culture of the state.
Eligibility Criteria
An artist in order to be eligible for the assistance shall be of a minimum of 50 years of age in the case of males and 40 years and above in the case of female artists.
The annual income of the artist shall not exceed ₹50,000/- only for the artists belonging to the Rural Area and ₹60,000/- only for the artists belonging to the Urban Area or as may further be determined by the Government from time to time.
An artist covered under this scheme will not be eligible for similar benefits under any other scheme of the Government.
**Note:** Each year in the month of April, the beneficiary shall furnish his/her Life Certificate in the prescribed Form signed by any Member of Parliament/Member of the Legislative Assembly/any Gazetted Government Officer /Chairman of ULBs/Chairman of any Panchayat Samiti.
> **Cancellation of Pension:**
On his/her death
On the satisfaction of the Government that information furnished to the District Level Selection Committee in pursuance was either erroneous, false or inconclusive (or)
On the determination by the Government that the beneficiary has indulged in activities prejudicial to the public interest or public order (or)
On his/her ceasing to have the eligibility
Non-submission of Life Certificate within the prescribed date line during each year.
Benefits
The financial assistance for an artist shall be ₹1200/- per month.
**Note:**
After the first payment is given in cash and the beneficiary is properly identified by the authority, the financial assistance will be deposited every month into the beneficiary's Savings Bank account in any Nationalized Bank.
Required Documents
| # | Document |
|---|---|
| 1 | Identity proof i.e. Copy of Aadhaar Card, Voter ID |
| 2 | Proof of Birth certificate |
| 3 | Proof of address |
| 4 | Passport size photograph |
| 5 | Income certificate (Issued by a Competent Authority) |
| 6 | Artist skill/achievement certificate |
| 7 | Bank account number |
| 8 | A mobile number |
| 9 | Any other document, as required |
Common questions in Odisha
Who can apply for Mukhyamantri Kalakar Sahayata Yojana in Odisha?
Eligible residents of Odisha who meet the scheme’s overall criteria can apply for Mukhyamantri Kalakar Sahayata Yojana. Refer to the eligibility section above for the complete checklist.
What documents are required for Mukhyamantri Kalakar Sahayata Yojana in Odisha?
Applicants in Odisha typically need identity proof (Aadhaar), state residency proof, bank account details, and any scheme-specific documents listed in the documents section.
Frequently Asked Questions
Mukhyamantri Kalakar Sahayata Yojana is a scheme initiated by the Odisha State Government to provide financial assistance and support to aged artists who have dedicated themselves to enriching and preserving the arts and culture of Odisha.