Launched by the Department of Social Justice and Empowerment, Government of Himachal Pradesh, the Mukhyamantri Vidhwa Evam Ekal Nari Awas Yojana provides financial grants for constructing houses for economically weak widows and single women. This scheme aims to support eligible permanent residents of Himachal Pradesh in obtaining secure and dignified housing.
Benefits
- Financial Grant:
Eligible applicants receive financial assistance of ₹1,50,000/- for the construction of their house.
Eligibility
- Residency:
The applicant must be a permanent resident of Himachal Pradesh. - Applicant Profile:
The beneficiary should be either a widow or a single woman.- For single women, the age must be 40 years or above.
- Housing Status:
The applicant should not have a private residence or should not own a house that is in a dilapidated condition. - Income Criteria:
The annual family income from all sources must not exceed ₹3,00,000/-. - Land Requirement:
The applicant must have at least 02 Biswa of land registered in the revenue records for the purpose of constructing the house, or the land should be made available by the government. - Exclusivity:
The applicant’s family should not be receiving any government assistance for house construction or have accommodation approved under any other scheme. - Grant Frequency:
The grant is approved only once in 10 years, provided that the house has not been destroyed due to a natural disaster. - Preference Criteria:
Preference is given to:- Those whose houses were destroyed due to natural calamities (fire, flood, earthquake, etc.).
- Those suffering from more than 40% disability.
- All other eligible candidates are considered thereafter.
Application Process
Offline Process
- Download the Application Form:
- The interested applicant should download the application form (Annexure-1).
- Complete the Form:
- Fill in all mandatory fields and attach copies of the required documents (self-attested if required).
- Submission:
- Submit the duly filled and signed application form along with the documents to the Chief Minister / Chief Minister’s Office.
- Obtain Receipt:
- Request an acknowledgment or receipt (using Annexure-3) from the Chief Minister’s Office. Ensure that the receipt includes essential details such as the date and time of submission and a unique identification number (if applicable).
Grant Disbursal:
Before the grant amount is paid, the beneficiary must provide an undertaking on the prescribed form (Annexure-4).
Documents Required
- Widow/Single Women Certificate:
Issued by an authorized officer. - Annual Income Certificate:
Issued by an authorized officer. - Ownership Rights Certificate:
Issued by the competent authority (as per Annexure-2) regarding the applicant’s ownership rights over the land intended for house construction. - No Objection Certificate (NOC):
Issued by the Panchayat Secretary/Urban Secretary, confirming that the applicant has not received housing construction assistance from any other department. - Permanent Resident Certificate:
Proof of permanent residency in Himachal Pradesh, issued by an authorized officer. - Aadhaar Card:
A copy of the applicant’s Aadhaar Card. - Bank Account Passbook:
A copy of the first page showing bank details. - Undertaking Form:
As specified in Annexure-4.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Who is eligible for the scheme?
Widows and single women (aged 40 years or above) who are permanent residents of Himachal Pradesh, with an annual family income not exceeding ₹3,00,000/- and who have the required land (at least 02 Biswa) for house construction. -
What is the annual family income limit for eligibility?
The annual family income should not exceed ₹3,00,000/-. -
How much land is required to be eligible for the scheme?
At least 02 Biswa of land registered in the revenue records, or land provided by the government. -
How often can a beneficiary receive the grant?
The grant can be approved only once in 10 years, provided the constructed house has not been destroyed by natural disasters. -
What is the minimum plinth area required for the house?
Specific details regarding the minimum plinth area are provided in the detailed guidelines of the scheme. -
Who is responsible for scrutinizing and forwarding the applications?
Applications are scrutinized and forwarded by the designated officials at the Chief Minister’s Office. -
What is the role of the Tehsil Welfare Officer?
The Tehsil Welfare Officer assists in verifying the details and supporting the application process as per the guidelines. -
How is the grant amount disbursed?
The grant is disbursed after verification and once the beneficiary provides an undertaking (Annexure-4), following the approval of the application. -
What is required for the release of the second installment?
If applicable, further details for installment release are mentioned in the scheme guidelines. -
Can the grant amount be used for purposes other than house construction?
No, the grant amount is exclusively for the construction of a house. -
What happens if the beneficiary dies after approval?
Specific guidelines regarding the beneficiary’s death are provided in the scheme’s detailed documents. -
Can the constructed house be sold or transferred?
The guidelines outline restrictions regarding the sale or transfer of the constructed house. -
What inspections are required during the housing construction process?
Regular inspections are carried out as per the guidelines to ensure compliance with the project requirements.