The Danveer Bhamashah Honors is an initiative by the Social Welfare Department, Government of Chhattisgarh, designed to foster a spirit of charity, harmony, patriotism, sacrifice, and cultural devotion across all sections of society. This prestigious honor recognizes and rewards outstanding individuals and organizations for their continuous contributions in charity, hospitality, and exemplary social service within the state.
Benefits
- Award Amount: The recipient receives a cash award of ₹1,00,000 along with a certificate of appreciation.
- Travel Allowance: The designated person or officer from the awarded organization is entitled to a traveling allowance equivalent to that of a Grade-A level government officer.
- Assistant Provision: An assistant will be provided to help the awardee attend the distribution ceremony.
Eligibility
To be considered for the Danveer Bhamashah Honors, the applicant or organization must meet the following criteria:
- Residency/Establishment: Must be a resident of or established in Chhattisgarh.
- Long-Term Involvement: Demonstrable, long-term engagement in continuous charity, patriotism, and social service work within the state.
- Outstanding Work: A proven track record of result-oriented, innovative contributions that create a wide impact in the relevant field.
- Exclusions:
- Entries from government or semi-government institutions and their employees are not eligible.
- An organization or individual whose official is a member of that year’s award jury will not be considered.
- Past Awards: Individuals or organizations that have received an award in the field of charity in the last 5 years remain eligible.
- Continuity: The work must be free from conflicts and supported by documented evidence.
Application Process
Offline Application Procedure
- Submission:
- Submit the application in the prescribed format to the Joint/Deputy Director, Social Welfare Department at the District Office. Ensure that all relevant details and supporting documents are attached.
- Selection Process:
- The proposal is reviewed based on recommendations from the District Collector concerning continuous and unquestionable service. The final selection is made by the State Level Jury.
- Address for Applications:
- Send the application to the Joint Director/Deputy Director, Social Welfare Department of the concerned district.
- Award Announcement & Ceremony:
- The state government formally announces the selected recipient(s) based on the jury’s confidential recommendation. The award distribution ceremony is organized at a fixed venue and date by the government.
Documents Required
- Complete Introduction: Detailed profile of the person/organization.
- Work Details: Comprehensive information about past and current work in charity and patriotism.
- Awards and Recognition: Details of any other awards received (if applicable).
- Published Reports: Photocopies of any published reports or media coverage regarding the work.
- Testimonials: Photocopies or true copies of commendations from eminent personalities, newspapers, or magazines.
- Recommendation: A letter from the District President attesting to the continuous and effective service of the applicant.
- Consent: Written consent from the person/organization agreeing to receive the award.
- Other Supporting Documents: Any additional documents as required by the guidelines.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q1: What is the main objective of the award?
A1: To promote the spirit of charity, patriotism, and cultural devotion while encouraging continuous social service and public participation in community upliftment.
Q2: Who is eligible to apply for the award?
A2: Individuals or organizations that are residents or established in Chhattisgarh with a long-term record of outstanding work in charity, patriotism, and social service.
Q3: Can government or semi-government institutions apply for the award?
A3: No, government and semi-government institutions, or their employees, are not eligible.
Q4: What are the benefits of receiving the Danveer Bhamashah Honors?
A4: Recipients receive a cash award of ₹1,00,000, a certificate of appreciation, travel allowance, and an assistant for attending the award ceremony.
Q5: Can past award recipients apply for the Danveer Bhamashah Honors?
A5: Yes, individuals or organizations that have received an award in the field of charity in the last 5 years are still eligible.
Q6: Is there a limit to the number of awards given each year?
A6: Typically, only one person or organization is selected; however, the jury may choose to split the award between two if necessary.
Q7: How is the award recipient selected?
A7: Selection is based on recommendations from the District Collector and the final decision by the State Level Jury after assessing the continuous and impactful work of the candidate.
Q8: Where should the application be submitted?
A8: The application should be submitted to the Joint/Deputy Director of the Social Welfare Department at the relevant District Office.
Q9: Can an organization reapply if it wasn’t selected the previous year?
A9: Yes, not being selected once does not disqualify an organization or individual from reapplying in subsequent years.
Q10: Will the original application be returned if not selected?
A10: Yes, if an entry is not selected, the original application can be returned to the concerned organization or person through the district administration.
Q11: When and where is the award distribution ceremony held?
A11: The award ceremony is organized by the government at a predetermined venue and date, which will be formally announced by the state government.