Puducherry
Balika Samrithi Yojana
Main benefit
Assistance of ₹500 in the form of a National Savings Certificate.
Can you get this scheme?
Conditions at a glance
- Family income up to ₹15 thousand a year
- For: Female
About
The scheme "Balika Samrithi Yojana” by the Department of Women & Child Development, Government of Pondicherry was introduced to improve the status of the girl child and provide nutritious food to the girl child. Through this scheme, assistance of ₹500 in the form of a National Savings Certificate is provided to lactating mothers. The target beneficiaries are girl children born on or after 15-8- 97.
Benefits
- Assistance of ₹500 in the form of a National Savings Certificate.
Who can apply
- The applicant should be a girl child born on or after 15-8-
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- The annual income of the family of the applicant should not exceed ₹15,0
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- The applicant should be a citizen of India.
- The applicant should be a native of the Union Territory of Pondicherry by birth or continuous residence for not less than 3 years.
Documents needed
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How to apply
Offline
Online
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The interested applicant should visit (during office hours) the Office/ Sub-Office of the Department of Women and Child Development, and request the hard copy of the prescribed format of the application form from the staff exclusively entrusted to issue and collect filled-in applications. ORThe interested applicant should take print of the prescribed format of the application form.
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In the application form, fill in all the mandatory fields, paste the passport-sized photograph (signed across, if required), and attach copies of all the mandatory documents (self-attest, if required).
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Submit the duly filled and signed application form along with the documents to the Deputy Director (Women Development) or the Child Development Project Officer (depending on the location), at least 30 days before the proposed marriage date.
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Request a receipt or acknowledgment from the concerned authority to whom the application has been submitted. Ensure that the receipt contains essential details such as the date and time of submission, and a unique identification number (if applicable).
Common questions
Can an applicant use a driving license as an alternative to an Aadhaar Card?
Yes, a driving license issued by the Licensing Authority is accepted as an alternative document if an Aadhaar Card is not available.
What role does the Revenue Department play in the application process?
The Revenue Department issues necessary certificates such as residence and income certificates required for the application.
What does the scheme aim to provide to lactating mothers?
Lactating mothers receive assistance in the form of a ₹500 National Savings Certificate under the BALIKA SAMRITHI YOJANA.
How can individuals contact the authorities for further information about the scheme?
For additional information, individuals can visit https://wcd.py.gov.in/contact-us.
Can an applicant residing in Pondicherry for two years apply for the scheme?
No, continuous residence in Pondicherry for at least three years is a prerequisite for eligibility.
Are there any special provisions for applicants without an Aadhaar Card?
Yes, alternative documents such as bank passbook, PAN card, or ration card can be submitted in the absence of an Aadhaar Card.
Can a voter identity card be used as an alternative to an Aadhaar Card?
Yes, a voter identity card is accepted as an alternative document in the absence of an Aadhaar Card.
Is there a deadline for submitting applications to the BALIKA SAMRITHI YOJANA?
The scheme does not specify a deadline for application submission.
What actions can be taken through the provided Grievance Redressal link?
Grievances related to the scheme can be addressed through the Central Public Grievance Redressal and Monitoring System at https://wcd.py.gov.in/ta/central-public- grievance-redress-and-monitoring-system.
How can applicants track the status of their BALIKA SAMRITHI YOJANA application?
Application status can be tracked online at https://edistrict.py.gov.in/User/Track Application.aspx.
How is the financial assistance provided to eligible mothers?
Assistance is given in the form of a National Savings Certificate, valuing ₹500.
Who are the targeted beneficiaries under the scheme?
The beneficiaries are girl children born on or after 15-8-97.
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