Vishesh Samman Pension Yojana for the State Agitators who became Disabled and Completely Bedridden during the Uttarakhand State Movement

Description
The "Vishesh Samman Pension Yojana for the State Agitators who became Disabled and Completely Bedridden during the Uttarakhand State Movement" scheme is implemented by the Police Department under the Department of Home, Government of Uttarakhand. The scheme aims to honor state agitators who became permanently disabled and bedridden during the Uttarakhand Statehood Movement by providing them with monthly financial assistance.

Benefits
• Pension Amount: ₹20,000/- per month

Eligibility Criteria
1. The applicant must be a participant of the Uttarakhand Statehood Movement.
2. The applicant must have become permanently disabled and completely bedridden due to incidents during the Uttarakhand Statehood Movement.
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Required Documents
• Identity proof
• A certificate issued by the State Medical Board or a Medical College confirming that the applicant is completely bedridden
• Other documents as required

Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Who is eligible to apply for this pension?
A: Only those individuals who became permanently disabled and completely bedridden due to incidents during the Uttarakhand Statehood Movement are eligible.
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Q: How much pension is provided under this scheme?
A: A monthly pension of ₹20,000/- is provided to eligible beneficiaries.
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Q: Is there any income limit for availing this scheme?
A: No, the scheme is based on disability and sacrifice during the movement, not on income.
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Q: What documents are required for application?
A: Applicants must submit an application to the District Magistrate along with a certificate issued by the State Medical Board or a Medical College confirming that they are completely bedridden.
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Q: Where should the application be submitted?
A: The application must be submitted to the office of the concerned District Magistrate.
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Q: Is there a prescribed application format?
A: No, there is no prescribed application format. Applicants must submit a written application with the required certificate.
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Q: Who verifies the applicant’s claim?
A: The concerned District Magistrate verifies the application and prepares a report or recommendation.
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Q: Who approves the pension after the District Magistrate’s recommendation?
A: The pension is sanctioned at the Government level after approval from the Hon’ble Departmental Minister or the Hon’ble Chief Minister.
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