Sri Lanka's Sita Temple Tour

Description
The scheme "Sri Lanka& 39;s Sita Temple Tour" was started by the Religious Trusts and Endowments Department, Government of Madhya Pradesh. The objective of this scheme is to provide financial assistance to state pilgrims traveling to the Sita Temple and Ashoka Vatika in Sri Lanka, as well as the Angkor Wat Temple in Cambodia.

Benefits
• Under this scheme, natives of Madhya Pradesh who complete visits to Sita Temple & Ashok Vatika in Sri Lanka, as well as Angkor Wat Temple in Cambodia, are eligible for reimbursement.
• Upon submission of the certificate detailing the actual expenses incurred, the State Government will reimburse 50% of the total expenses, up to a maximum of ₹30,000/-.

Eligibility Criteria
1. The applicant should be a native of Madhya Pradesh.
2. The applicant should have completed a pilgrimage to the Sita Temple and Ashoka Vatika in Sri Lanka and the Angkor Wat Temple in Cambodia.
3. The applicant should not be an income taxpayer.
4. Each individual is eligible to receive financial assistance only once in their lifetime.

Required Documents
• Passport-size photograph
• Identity proof i.e. Aadhaar card
• Domicile certificate of Madhya Pradesh
• Photocopy of Passport
• Details/documents of expenditure incurred on the journey
• Certificate of completion of visit to Sita Temple & Ashoka Vatika in Sri Lanka and Angkor Wat Temple, Cambodia
• Bank passbook/bank account details
• Any other required documents

Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Who is eligible for this scheme?
A: Natives of Madhya Pradesh who have completed visits to the specified temples, are not income tax payers, and have not received assistance under this scheme before.

Q: How much financial assistance can a pilgrim receive?
A: Eligible pilgrims can receive reimbursement of 50% of their total expenses, up to a maximum of [?]30,000/-.

Q: How can I apply for financial assistance under this scheme?
A: Submit the prescribed application form along with certified records of your journey to the District Collector, Madhya Pradesh within 60 days of completing your pilgrimage.

Q: Can I apply for financial assistance if I am a taxpayer?
A: No, income tax payers are not eligible for this scheme.

Q: How long do I have to apply for assistance after completing my pilgrimage?
A: You must apply within 60 days of completing your pilgrimage.

Q: How is the financial assistance disbursed?
A: The District Collector's office will disburse the grant amount after verifying the submitted records.

Q: Can I receive assistance for visiting other temples not listed in the scheme?
A: No, the scheme specifically covers the Sita Temple and Ashoka Vatika in Sri Lanka and the Angkor Wat Temple in Cambodia.

Q: Is there a limit to the number of times I can receive assistance under this scheme?
A: Each individual is eligible for assistance only once in their lifetime.

Q: Can I apply if I am a resident of Madhya Pradesh but not originally from there?
A: Only native residents of Madhya Pradesh are eligible for the scheme.