One-time and Annual Financial Grant to Soldiers Awarded with Gallantry Medals

Description
The scheme “One-time and Annual Financial Grant to Soldiers Awarded with Gallantry Medals” is implemented by the State Sainik Board under the Sainik Welfare Department, Government of Uttarakhand. Under this scheme, a one-time financial assistance/annuity is provided to serving or ex-servicemen who have been conferred with the “Gallantry Medal Award.” In the event of martyrdom or death of the soldier, the grant is extended to the eligible family members or dependents.

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Benefits
• A one time grant of maximum of ₹50,00,000/- and minimum ₹4,00,000/- is given.
• Annual financial assistance of a maximum of ₹3,00,000/- and a minimum of ₹40,000/- is given.

Eligibility Criteria
1. The applicant must be a permanent resident of Uttarakhand.
2. The applicant should be a serving soldier, an ex-serviceman, or in the event of martyrdom/death of the soldier, an eligible dependent.
3. The soldier must have been conferred with a “Gallantry Medal Award.”
4. In case of martyrdom or death of the soldier, the following dependents are eligible to apply:
5. - Veer Nari (lifelong or until remarriage)
6. - Son (up to 25 years of age) / Daughter (till marriage)
7. - Parents
8. - Unmarried sisters
9. - Brother (up to 25 years of age)
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Required Documents
• Aadhaar Card of the applicant
• PAN Card
• Photocopy of bank passbook and cancelled cheque
• Identity card of the dependent (if the applicant is a dependent)
• Domicile certificate of Uttarakhand
• Photocopy of the gazette notification regarding the award of the gallantry medal
• Affidavit (on ₹10 stamp paper) declaring that the applicant has not received, and will not receive in the future, the one-time grant/annuity payable on the gallantry medal from any other state
• Photocopy of discharge book (if the applicant is an ex-serviceman)

Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What is the objective of this scheme?
A: The scheme aims to provide financial support in the form of a one-time grant and annual annuity to serving/ex-servicemen and their dependents who have been awarded Gallantry Medals, as a mark of honor and recognition for their bravery.
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Q: Who is eligible to apply under this scheme?
A: Serving soldiers, ex-servicemen, and in case of martyrdom or death of the soldier, their eligible dependents are eligible to apply.
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Q: What is the financial benefit under this scheme?
A: Beneficiaries receive a one-time financial grant (ranging from ₹4 lakh to ₹50 lakh) and annual financial assistance (ranging from ₹40,000 to ₹3 lakh).
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Q: Who are considered eligible dependents in case of martyrdom or death of the soldier?
A: Eligible dependents include:

- Veer Nari (lifelong or until remarriage)
- Son (up to 25 years of age) / Daughter (till marriage)
- Parents
- Unmarried sisters
- Brother (up to 25 years of age)

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Q: Is residency in Uttarakhand mandatory for applicants?
A: Yes. The applicant must be a permanent resident of Uttarakhand.
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Q: Where can one obtain the application form?
A: The application form is available at the District Sainik Welfare Office.
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Q: What is the affidavit requirement?
A: The applicant must submit an affidavit (on ₹10 stamp paper) stating that they have not received, and will not claim in future, the one-time grant/annuity from any other state.
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Q: How is the payment made under this scheme?
A: The approved amount is disbursed through Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) into the applicant’s bank account.
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