This scheme, implemented by the Sainik and Ardh Sainik Welfare Department of the Government of Haryana, provides monthly financial assistance of ₹10,000/- to ex-servicemen of the Pre-Independence Era (World War II Veterans) and their widows. Eligible veterans are those enrolled before 31st August 1945 who are not receiving any pension or financial assistance from any government or government-controlled organization. Only bona fide residents of Haryana with a valid domicile certificate and an attested copy of their ration card can avail of this benefit.
Benefits
- Monthly Financial Assistance:
- ₹10,000/- per month is provided to eligible World War II veterans and their widows.
- Disbursement:
- The grant is payable from the first day of the month following the sanction of the financial assistance.
- No arrears will be paid for the period prior to the sanction date.
Eligibility Criteria
- Residency:
- The applicant must be a bona fide resident of Haryana.
- Beneficiary Group:
- Ex-servicemen of the Pre-Independence Era (World War II Veterans):
- Must have been enrolled before 31st August 1945.
- Only veterans of other ranks (i.e., Havildar and below) who are in penury and have an annual income from all sources below ₹2,00,000/- are eligible.
- Widows of World War II Veterans:
- Widows of eligible ex-servicemen who meet the above conditions.
- Ex-servicemen of the Pre-Independence Era (World War II Veterans):
- Exclusions:
- Applicants must not be in receipt of any kind of pension, financial assistance, or maintenance allowance from any department or organization under the government.
- Veterans or widows earning income from any job, profession, or business are not eligible.
- Compliance:
- Beneficiaries must submit a domicile certificate issued by the competent authority and an attested copy of the ration card.
- If any beneficiary later receives any additional pension or financial assistance from another government source, they will be permanently disqualified from receiving benefits under all related welfare schemes.
- Annual survival verification proofs are required every April; failure to provide these will result in immediate stoppage of payments.
Application Process (Online via Antyodaya-SARAL Portal)
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Registration:
- Visit the Antyodaya-SARAL Portal and click “New User” under the ‘Sign In Here’ section.
- Fill in the mandatory details such as Name, Email ID, Mobile Number, Password, and State, then click ‘Submit’.
- Verify your mobile number and email ID via the OTPs received.
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Login:
- Log in to the portal using your registered email ID and password.
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Apply for Services:
- After login, click ‘Apply for Services’ and then ‘View All Available Services’.
- Search for the “Financial Assistance to WW II Veterans and Widows” scheme.
- Download the pre-defined document template if required, fill it in, sign, and upload it under the ‘Attach Enclosures’ section.
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Complete the Application:
- Enter your Parivar Pehchan Patra (Family ID) and fetch your family data.
- Select the beneficiary/applicant name and verify using an OTP sent to the registered mobile number.
- Fill in all mandatory details and upload all required documents.
- Preview your application and click ‘Submit’.
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Tracking:
- Applicants can track their application status through the portal by entering the Department Name, Scheme Name, and Application Reference ID.
Documents Required
- Identity Documents:
- Copy of the Ex-serviceman/Widow Identity Card.
- Aadhaar Card.
- Parivar Pehchan Patra (Family ID).
- Service Proof:
- Original Discharge Book (complete) of the ex-serviceman (must be attached and will be returned after verification).
- Residency Proof:
- Haryana Resident Certificate.
- Attested copy of the Ration Card.
- Income Proof:
- Revenue Report verified by the Tehsildar, confirming annual income below ₹2,00,000/-.
- Bank Details:
- A copy of the Bank Passbook linked with the Aadhaar Number.
- For Widows:
- Death Certificate of the ex-serviceman.
- Non-Remarriage Certificate.
- Other Supporting Documents:
- Non-Employment Certificate.
- Applicant’s Photo ID (Ration Card, Driving License, Voter ID, PAN Card, etc.).
- NOC from the concerned District Social Welfare Department stating no other pension/financial assistance is being received.
- Affidavit verifying the particulars provided.
- Any Additional Documents:
- As required by the scheme guidelines.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
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Who is eligible for this scheme?
Only World War II veterans (enrolled before 31st August 1945) of other ranks (Havildar and below) with annual income below ₹2,00,000 and their widows, who are bona fide Haryana residents and not receiving any other pension, are eligible. -
What is the monthly assistance provided?
Eligible beneficiaries receive ₹10,000/- per month. -
Are there any income criteria?
Yes, the annual income from all sources must be below ₹2,00,000/-. -
Can applicants receiving any other government benefits apply?
No, applicants currently receiving any other form of pension or financial assistance from any government or statutory body are not eligible. -
How do I apply for this financial assistance?
Applications are submitted online through the Antyodaya-SARAL Portal. -
How can I track my application status?
Application status can be tracked on the Antyodaya-SARAL Portal using the provided Application Reference ID. -
When does the financial assistance start?
Payments begin from the first day of the month following the sanction of the grant, with no arrears paid for prior periods. -
What happens if a beneficiary is found receiving additional government benefits?
Such beneficiaries will be permanently debarred from receiving financial assistance under this scheme and other related welfare schemes.