Security Related Expenditure (Relief and Rehabilitation)

Description
The scheme "Security Related Expenditure Relief and Rehabilitation " also known as "SRE R&R Scheme" was also introduced in 1989-90 by the Jammu and Kashmir Division, Ministry of Home Affairs to support the relief and rehabilitation of the Kashmiri migrants who have been uprooted from the Valley during the militancy period besides other relief & rehabilitation measures. It provides for 100% reimbursement. 60% of the amount is reimbursed upfront on receipt of claims and the remaining 40% is released after receipt of the audit report. It broadly covers relief to Kashmiri and Jammu migrants, expenditure incurred on PM's package for return and rehabilitation of Kashmiri migrants, relief to NoKs of civilians/security personnel killed in militant-related attacks, rehabilitation of surrendered militants etc. "SRE R&R Scheme" is a component of the Umbrella scheme, 'Modernization of Police Forces MPF ". SRE R&R is funded entirely by the Central Government. In response to the serious militancy situation in Jammu and Kashmir, the Government of J&K incurred significant expenditure to maintain peace and tranquillity, this scheme aims to reimburse the expenses incurred by the State Government for various Relief and Rehabilitation activities.

Benefits
• Cash relief to Kashmiri and Jammu migrants settled in J&K: ₹3,250 per person per month, with a maximum of ₹13,000 per family per month.
• Cash relief to Kashmiri migrants settled in Delhi/NCR: ₹3,250 per person per month, with a maximum of ₹13,000 per family per month.
• Cash relief to migrants in the hilly areas of the Jammu division, equivalent to Kashmiri migrants: ₹2,500 per person per month, with a maximum of ₹10,000 per family per month.
• Relief for ration/fodder to migrants in hilly areas of Jammu division, including 9 kg of Atta, 2 kg of Rice per person per month, and 10 litres of kerosene oil per family per month, along with ₹300 per cattle per month for fodder.
• Basic dry ration for needy migrants, including 9 kgs of rice, 2 kgs of Atta per person, and 1 kg of sugar per family per month, with additional ex-gratia relief for property loss, up to ₹10,00,000, divided between immovable and movable property.
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• The Government of India also supports employment opportunities for Kashmiri migrants, providing 3000 youths with salaries until they secure regular positions in the State Government. Additionally, an extra 3000 State Government jobs were approved for Kashmiri migrants under PMDP-2015.
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• **Financial support is directed towards the rehabilitation of migrants, including the construction of transit accommodations and housing facilities, along with scholarships, employment opportunities, and waivers on interest for loans. This includes:**
• One-time compensation of ₹5,00,000 for the Next of Kin (NoK) of civilians killed in militancy-related incidents.
• Pension of ₹750 per month for widows of civilians killed in militancy-related violence.
• Scholarships for orphans affected by militancy, with an additional ₹150 per month for vocational/technical training.
• Construction of 6000 transit accommodations for Kashmiri migrants with State Government jobs.
• An advance of ₹19,00,00,000 crore for the Corpus Fund of the Jammu and Kashmir State Rehabilitation Council.
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• Ex-gratia payments of ₹5 lakh have been extended to the Next of Kin of JKP/SPOs/CAPFs/Army personnel deceased due to violence. Relief measures, including the construction of bunkers, have been initiated to support those living in areas affected by Cross Border Firing.
• A surrender policy has been put in place with a stipend of ₹2,000 per month for three years and an immediate grant of ₹1,50,000. Incentives for the surrender of weapons have also been specified.
• Relief is offered to victims of cross-border firing, terrorism, and militancy, including compensation for housing, crop, and livestock losses. The compensation for the loss of milch animals has been increased from ₹30,000 per animal to ₹50,000 per animal.
• Furthermore, the Government of India provides ex-gratia cash relief of ₹5,00,000 to the Next of Kin or victims with over 50% disability due to Cross Border Firing, effective from 24.08.2016. Financial assistance of ₹5,50,000 per family is provided to 5764 families of West Pakistani Refugees (WPRs).

Eligibility Criteria
1. The beneficiary should be Kashmir or Jammu Migrant.

Application Process
Step 1: The claims for the reimbursement of Security Related Expenditures should be submitted using the prescribed proforma, duly certified by an officer, not below the rank of Additional Secretary to the concerned State Government.
All SRE releases shoul…
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The claims for the reimbursement of Security Related Expenditures should be submitted using the prescribed proforma, duly certified by an officer, not below the rank of Additional Secretary to the concerned State Government.
All SRE releases should be reimbursed upon verifying the State Government's claims.
60% of the claim amount for approved items (except where Direct Benefit Transfer is used for disbursement) may be released based on certification by an officer of the State Government, not below the rank of Additional Secretary.
40% of the claim amount may be released based on the recommendation of an audit team from IFD-MHA.
In cases where Direct Benefit Transfer is used, 100% of the claim amount will be reimbursed, subject to certification by an officer of the State Government not below the rank of Additional Secretary.
NOTE: In special circumstances and with the approval of the SRE Standing Committee, advance releases may be considered. Additionally, advances for the first quarter of a financial year (while the previous year's accounts are being finalized) may be released.

Required Documents
• Aadhaar Number
• Domicile Certificate
• Details of the Aadhaar-linked Bank Account

Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Can citizens directly access funding under the SRE scheme for any projects or activities?
A: The SRE scheme primarily involves reimbursements to the Government of Jammu and Kashmir, and individual citizens do not directly access funding.

Q: Could you provide the full names of the mentioned initials in the scheme, such as IFD-MHA and CCS?
A: Certainly. IFD-MHA stands for "Internal Finance Division, Ministry of Home Affairs," and CCS stands for "Cabinet Committee on Security."

Q: Are there specific opening and closing dates for citizens to apply for benefits under SRE?
A: The scheme does not mention specific opening and closing dates for individual citizens, as it primarily deals with government reimbursements.

Q: What is the mode of application for individuals or organizations interested in participating in SRE schemes?
A: The SRE schemes are primarily administered between the Central Government and the State Government, and individual citizens are not direct participants.

Q: How does the declaration process work for citizens applying for benefits under SRE?
A: The scheme primarily deals with government claims and reimbursement; therefore, there is no declaration process for individual citizens.

Q: How does the Ministry of Home Affairs review the accounts and expenditure under the SRE(R&R) scheme?
A: The Ministry of Home Affairs may periodically send teams to the State to conduct sample checks of the SRE(R&R) accounts maintained by the State Government. This review includes discussions on various aspects of expenditure and utilization.

Q: What is the prescribed Proforma for submitting claims for reimbursement of Security Related Expenditure?
A: Claims should be submitted using the prescribed Proforma mentioned in Annex C of the scheme. These claims should be duly certified by an officer not below the rank of Additional Secretary to the concerned State Government.

Q: How is the funding pattern regulated for schemes and projects under SRE?
A: Schemes and projects receive 100% funding from the Central Government. The funding is regulated based on the approval process and certification by State Government officers.

Q: Under what circumstances can advance releases be considered for SRE(J&K): R&R?
A: In special circumstances and with the approval of the SRE Standing Committee, advance releases may be considered. Additionally, advances for the first quarter of a financial year may be released.

Q: Can you explain the categories of people served by the SRE(J&K): Relief and Rehabilitation (R&R) scheme?
A: The scheme caters to categories including Kashmiri and Jammu Migrants, victims of violence, border population, and those affected by cross-border firing and terrorism.

Q: What is the purpose of the SRE(J&K): Relief and Rehabilitation (R&R) scheme, and when was it introduced?
A: The SRE(J&K): Relief and Rehabilitation (R&R) scheme was introduced in 1989-90 to reimburse expenses incurred by the Government of J&K for various Relief and Rehabilitation activities.

Q: Who oversees matters related to the reimbursement of SRE to the State of Jammu and Kashmir, and what is the role of the SRE Standing Committee?
A: The SRE Standing Committee, chaired by the Special Secretary (J&K), Department of Jammu and Kashmir Affairs, oversees matters related to reimbursement of SRE to the State of Jammu and Kashmir. It examines and approves SRE proposals and monitors SRE releases.

Q: When did the SRE scheme become effective, and what is the funding arrangement?
A: The SRE scheme became effective from the financial year 2000-01 (from 01-04-2000) onwards, with a 100% fund reimbursement. The funding ratio varies for different components, as explained in the scheme details.