Swahid Kushal Konwar Sarbajanin Briddha Pension Achoni

Description
Launched on 2nd October 2018 by the Hon& 39;ble Chief Minister of Assam, the scheme "Swahid Kushal Konwar Sarbajanin Briddha Pension Achoni" is a Pension Scheme by the Dept. of Panchayat & Rural Development, Govt. of Assam. The objective of the scheme is to streamline the payment of old-age pensions and funds. The scheme is meant for the residents of the State of Assam, who are aged above 60 years. The beneficiary will be granted a sum of ₹ 250/- per month through DBT. The pension amount will be remitted on the first day of every month to the account of the beneficiary. The scheme is expected to cover 15,000-20,000 people in every constituency.

Exclusions
• Beneficiaries of any of the existing government schemes.
• Parents of children (where the latter is employed with the government).
• Any taxpayer who earns an income of above ₹ 2,50,000/-.

Eligibility Criteria
1. The scheme is meant for the residents of the State of Assam, who are 60 years or above in age.

Application Process
Step 1: Step 1: Visit the Gaon Panchayat/Development Block/ Municipal Corporation/Municipal Board/Town Committee of the respective jurisdiction.
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Request for a print of the Application Format for "Swahid Kushal Konwar Sarbajanin Briddha Pension Achoni".

Step 2: Step 2: In the application form, fill in all the mandatory details, and attach the self-attested documents. The following details shall be needed:
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Name of the Applicant.
Name of the Applicant’s Father/Mother/Husband/Wife.
Gender of the Applicant.
Date of Birth of the Applicant
Category of Caste (ST/SC/OBC/Others).
Details of Address, which includes the District; Block; Panchayat; Village; Ward Number; and Landmark of the Applicant.
Details of the Bank Account, which includes the Name of the Bank; the Name of the Branch; the IFSC Code; and the Account Number.
Mobile Number of the Applicant.
NOTE: The application must be supported with the signature or thumb impression of the concerned applicant.

Step 3: Step 3: Submit the duly filled and signed application form, along with the required documents, to your nearest Gaon Panchayat/Development Block/ Municipal Corporation/Municipal Board/Town Committee of the respective jurisdiction.
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Upon submission of the application, the beneficiary will start receiving the pension amounts if the particulars mentioned in the form are accurate and applies to the context.

Required Documents
• Aadhaar Card
• Proof of Identity
• Proof of Age / Date of Birth
• Domicile/Residential Certificate of the state of Assam
• Details of the Aadhaar Linked Bank Account

Frequently Asked Questions
Q: When Was The "Swahid Kushal Konwar Sarbajanin Briddha Pension Achoni" Scheme Launched?
A: The "Swahid Kushal Konwar Sarbajanin Briddha Pension Achoni" Scheme was launched on 2nd October 2018, the 149th birth anniversary of Mahatma Gandhi.

Q: Who Launched The "Swahid Kushal Konwar Sarbajanin Briddha Pension Achoni" Scheme?
A: The "Swahid Kushal Konwar Sarbajanin Briddha Pension Achoni" Scheme was launched by the (then) Chief Minister of Assam Shri Sarbananda Sonowal.

Q: Who Was Swahid Kushal Konwar?
A: Swahid Kushal Konwar was a freedom fighter.

Q: Which Department Manages This Scheme?
A: The scheme is managed by the Dept. of Panchayat & Rural Development, Govt. of Assam.

Q: What Are The Objectives Of This Scheme?
A: The objective of the scheme is to streamline the payment of old-age pensions and funds.

Q: What Is The Amount Of Pension That One Can Receive Through This Scheme?
A: The beneficiary will be granted a sum of [?] 250/- per month.

Q: How Will The Amount Of The Pension Be Deposited Into The Bank Account Of The Beneficiary?
A: The amount of the pension is deposited into the bank account of the beneficiary through Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT).

Q: What Is The Age Criteria For This Scheme?
A: The scheme is meant for the residents of the State of Assam, who are 60 years or above in age.

Q: How Many Beneficiaries Does This Scheme Expect To Reach?
A: The scheme is expected to cover 15,000-20,000 people in every constituency.

Q: How Many Constituencies Are There In The State Of Assam?
A: There are 126 constituencies in the state of Assam.

Q: Is It Mandatory For The Applicant To Be Retired In Order To Be Eligible For This Scheme?
A: No, there are no such criteria for this scheme.

Q: When Will The Amount Of The Pension Be Deposited In The Bank Account Of The Beneficiary?
A: The pension amount will be remitted on the first day of every month to the account of the beneficiary.

Q: Where Can I Find The Link To The Scheme Guidelines?
A: The scheme guidelines can be found at this link - https://assam.gov.in/scheme-page/526

Q: What Are The Mandatory Fields In The Application Form?
A: The mandatory fields in the Application Form are -
Name of the applicant.
Name of the applicant's Father/Mother/Husband/Wife.
Gender of the applicant.
Date of Birth of the applicant
Category of Caste (ST/SC/OBC/Others).
Details of address, which includes the district; block; panchayat; village; ward number; and landmark of the applicant.
Details of the bank account, which includes the name of the bank; the name of the branch; IFSC Code; and Account Number.
Mobile number of the applicant.

Q: From Where Can I Get The Hard Copy Of The Application Form?
A: You can get the same from your nearest Gaon Panchayat/Development Block/ Municipal Corporation/Municipal Board/Town Committee of the respective jurisdiction.