Launched by the Social Welfare Department, Government of Manipur, the “Ima Nongthangleima Yaipha Tengbang Scheme” is designed to empower women by enabling them to become the authors of their own destiny. The scheme adopts a life cycle continuum approach to address inherent biases and role expectations, protect the rights and dignity of women, and foster economic independence. It targets women aged 40 and above who are living without a source of income and belong to marginalized or vulnerable groups.
Objective
- Empowerment:
To empower approximately 4,00,000 women in Manipur by providing them with crucial financial assistance. - Economic Support:
To assist women in pursuing diverse livelihood options, thereby enhancing their self-reliance and contributing to overall well-being.
Benefits
- Monthly Financial Assistance:
Eligible women receive ₹500 per month.
Eligibility
- Age Criterion:
The applicant must be 40 years or older. - Gender:
The scheme is exclusively for women. - Residency:
The applicant must be a permanent resident of Manipur. - Income Status:
The applicant should be living without any source of income or livelihood. - Exclusion:
Applicants who are beneficiaries of any existing government scheme for individual beneficiaries are not eligible. - Target Groups:
The scheme is meant for:- Widows
- Divorcees
- Separated Women
- Deprived and marginalized women (e.g., ex-drug users)
- Single Women
- Single Transgender Women
- Women from low-income households and other marginalized groups
Application Process
Offline
- Obtain the Application Form:
- Download the form from the official website or collect it from the Directorate Office near the 2nd MR Gate.
- Complete the Form:
- Fill in all mandatory fields.
- Attach self-attested copies of all required documents.
- Submit the Application:
- Submit the duly filled and signed application form along with the documents to the District Social Welfare Officer.
- Acknowledge Submission:
- Request a receipt or acknowledgment that includes the date, time, and a unique identification number (if applicable).
Documents Required
- Passport-size photograph.
- Aadhaar Card (as proof of identity).
- Certification from the Panchayat, Municipality, or District Council confirming that the applicant is not a beneficiary of any existing government scheme for individual beneficiaries.
- Unemployment Certificate/Income Certificate (issued by a Gazette Officer).
- Matriculation Certificate or Birth Certificate (as proof of age).
- Residence Certificate (issued by a Gazette Officer, with seal and signature).
- Bank Passbook.
Frequently Asked Questions
- Who is eligible for the Ima Nongthangleima Yaipha Tengbang Scheme?
The scheme is for women aged 40 and above who are residents of Manipur and have no source of income. - What are the target groups for this scheme?
The scheme targets widows, divorcees, separated women, deprived and marginalized women (including ex-drug users), single women, and single transgender women, as well as women from low-income households. - Can a woman who is a beneficiary of another government scheme apply for this scheme?
No, the applicant must not be receiving benefits from any other government scheme for individual beneficiaries. - What proof is needed to show that the applicant is not a beneficiary of other government schemes?
A certification issued by the Panchayat, Municipality, or District Council is required. - Where can the application forms be obtained?
Application forms can be downloaded from the official website or collected from the Directorate Office near the 2nd MR Gate. - Where should the filled application forms be submitted?
The completed application forms must be submitted to the District Social Welfare Officer. - Who should certify that the applicant has no source of income?
The Unemployment/Income Certificate must be issued by a Gazette Officer. - Where can more information about the scheme be found?
Detailed information is available on the official website and through the guidelines provided by the Social Welfare Department, Government of Manipur. - Can single transgender women apply for this scheme?
Yes, single transgender women are among the targeted beneficiaries.