The Lakshmi Bai Samajik Suraksha Pension Yojana, recently launched by the Government of Bihar, aims to improve the living conditions of women living below the poverty line. This scheme provides financial assistance to impoverished widows, ensuring that they receive a regular pension to help meet their daily needs. It is a key initiative under the broader social security framework in Bihar, designed to empower women by providing them with a sustainable source of income.
Benefits
- Monthly Financial Assistance:
Eligible widows receive a pension of ₹300 per month.
Eligibility
- Residency:
The applicant must be a permanent resident of Bihar. - Marital Status:
The applicant should be a widow. - Economic Condition:
The applicant must be living below the poverty line, with the annual income of the family not exceeding ₹60,000. - Age:
The applicant must be 18 years or older.
Application Process
Online / Offline
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Online Application:
- Visit the official website of the Social Welfare Department, Bihar.
- Click on “Apply for Social Security Pension Schemes” on the home page.
- On the new page, select the Lakshmi Bai Samajik Suraksha Pension Yojana.
- Fill in the applicant’s details, including complete address, bank details, and accept the self-declaration and consent.
- Submit the application and note down the reference number for tracking.
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Offline Application:
- Applicants may also submit their application in person at the designated office.
- The procedure remains similar: fill out the prescribed application form with the required details and attach all necessary documents.
- Submit the form to the appropriate office and collect an acknowledgment of receipt.
Documents Required
- Female Aadhaar Card
- Address Proof
- BPL Ration Card
- Age Certificate
- Income Certificate
- Husband’s Death Certificate
- Identity Card
- Bank Account Statement
- Mobile Number (for communication)
- Email ID
- Passport-size Photograph
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is Lakshmi Bai Samajik Suraksha Pension Yojana?
It is a pension scheme initiated by the Government of Bihar to provide financial assistance to impoverished widows, ensuring they receive a monthly pension. - What are the benefits under this scheme?
The scheme provides a monthly financial assistance of ₹300 to eligible widows. - Who can avail the benefits?
Only widow women who are permanent residents of Bihar, living below the poverty line, and whose family’s annual income is ₹60,000 or less are eligible. - What is the financial eligibility criteria?
The annual income of the woman’s family should not exceed ₹60,000. - What is the minimum eligible age for this scheme?
The applicant must be at least 18 years of age. - May residents from other states apply for this scheme?
No, the scheme is only for permanent residents of Bihar. - How do I apply for the scheme?
Applications can be submitted both online via the official website and offline at the designated office. - What documents are required?
Documents required include a Female Aadhaar Card, address proof, BPL ration card, age certificate, income certificate, husband’s death certificate, identity card, bank account statement, mobile number, email ID, and a passport-size photo. - By which mode can an applicant apply for the scheme?
Applicants can apply either online or offline. - How do I apply offline for the scheme?
Visit the official website to download the application form or directly visit the office, fill out the form with the required details, attach the necessary documents, and submit it.