Gitanjali Housing Scheme, introduced by the West Bengal Housing Department, aims to provide affordable housing for the economically weaker sections (EWS) of society. This scheme addresses both rural and urban areas, offering shelter to those in dire need, including victims of natural calamities and government rehabilitation projects.
Key Details
- Scheme Name: Gitanjali Housing Scheme
- Department: West Bengal Housing Department
- Purpose: Provide free/affordable housing for the homeless and economically disadvantaged.
- Application Mode: Offline
- Official Website: wbhousing.gov.in
Objectives
- Offer proper shelter to the economically weaker sections of society.
- Generate employment opportunities for construction workers.
- Rehabilitate those affected by natural calamities like floods or erosion.
- Construct housing for rural and urban poor across West Bengal.
Benefits
- For Rural Areas:
- ₹1.67 lakh for beneficiaries in plains.
- ₹1.23 lakh for fishermen in non-coastal areas.
- ₹1.94 lakh for forest fringe areas (Sunderbans).
- ₹2.51 lakh for beneficiaries in forest fringe villages in Darjeeling.
- ₹3 lakh for forest villages in Jalpaiguri.
- For Urban Areas:
- ₹1.67 lakh for single-story housing on beneficiary land.
- ₹3.30 lakh for multi-story housing on government-provided land.
- Additional Benefits:
- ₹70,000 per unit for housing in plains.
- ₹75,000 per unit in hill/difficult and Sundarban areas.
- Subsidies for cluster housing under “Nija Griha Nija Bhumi.”
Eligibility Criteria
- Income Limit:
- Families earning ₹6,000/month or less.
- Target Beneficiaries:
- Homeless individuals in rural or urban areas.
- Victims of natural disasters like floods or erosion.
- Poor families affected by government projects.
- Ownership of Land:
- Must own hassle-free land or patta land.
- Geographic Scope:
- Applicable across West Bengal, covering rural and urban areas.
Application Process
Offline:
- Visit the Block Development Officer (BDO) or Sub-Divisional Officer (SDO) office.
- Obtain the application form for the scheme.
- Fill out the form with accurate details and attach required documents.
- Submit the application to the designated office and collect the acknowledgment receipt.
Online: (If available in the future)
- Visit the official portal wbhousing.gov.in.
- Register and select the Gitanjali Housing Scheme.
- Complete the application form, attach required documents, and submit online.
Documents Required
- Identity Proof: Aadhaar card, voter ID, PAN card, passport, or driving license.
- Address Proof: Aadhaar card, voter ID, or utility bills.
- Income Certificate: Issued by a competent authority.
- Bank Details: Passbook or account details.
- Photographs: Passport-sized photos.
- Proof of Land Ownership: Documents indicating hassle-free ownership.
- Any other government-specified documents.
FAQs
- What is the Gitanjali Housing Scheme?
A housing initiative for the economically weaker sections, providing affordable housing in both rural and urban areas. - Who can apply?
Homeless individuals with an income of ₹6,000/month or less and land ownership. - How to apply?
Applications can be submitted offline at local government offices. Online applications may become available in the future. - What are the required documents?
Identity proof, address proof, income certificate, and proof of land ownership. - Can I apply if I already own a house?
No, applicants who already own a pucca house are ineligible.