The Chhattisgarh government on April 1, 2024, released the second instalment of under its Mahtari Vandan Yojana, a women welfare scheme under which the state government provides annual subsidy of Rs 12,000 to eligible candidates.
While making this announcement on social media site X on April 3, 2024, Chhattisgarh chief minister Vishnu Deo Sai said eligible beneficiaries under the scheme will receive the monthly instalment of Rs 1,000 in the first week of every month.
Recall here that in a major boost to women empowerment in Chhattisgarh, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on March 10, 2024, launched the Mahatari Vandana Yojana 2024 in Chhattisgarh, and disbursed Rs 655 crore as the first instalment under the scheme. Under the Mahatari Vandana Yojana, beneficiaries will receive Rs 1,000 every month in their accounts.
Mahtari Vandan Scheme 2024: Main facts
Name: Mahtari Vandan Yojana
Applicable: Entire Chhattisgarh
Run by: Women and child welfare department, Chhattisgarh
Monitored by: District collectors
Year of launch: 2024
Monthly subsidy: Rs 1,000
Annual subsidy: Rs 12,000
Eligible: Married woman/widowed women, abandoned women who are permanent residents of Chhattisgarh and are aged 21 at least
1st instalment release date: March 10, 2024
2nd instalment release date: April 3, 2024
Mahatari Vandan Yojana benefit
The scheme has been launched in Chhattisgarh to provide financial assistance of Rs 1,000 per month to eligible married women of the state as monthly direct benefits transfer (DBT). Women who receive less than Rs 10,000 as benefits from other social welfare schemes will be paid the differential amount to match it up to Rs 10,000 a month. By that calculation, all beneficiary will receive Rs 12,000 in a year under the Mahatari Vandan Yojana 2024.
Mahatari Vandana Yojana 2024: Purpose
The scheme has been envisioned to ensure economic empowerment of women, provide them financial security, promote gender equality and strengthen the decisive role of women in the family. Around 70 lakh women will benefit from the scheme.
Mahatari Vandana Yojana 2024: Eligibility
All married, widowed, divorcee and abandoned women are eligible to get the benefit under the Mahtari Vandan Scheme 2024 if they meet the following criteria:
- They are the permanent resident of the state of Chhattisgarh.
- They are 21 years of age as on January 1, 2024.
Who is not eligible under Mahtari Vandan Yojana 2024?
Even if they meet the above-mentioned criteria, a woman will not be able to get the benefit under the Mahtari Vandan scheme 2024 if:
- If any member of her family is a taxpayer.
- If any member of her family works as Class-1, Class-2 or Class-3 officer with any department of the Central or state government on permanent or contractual basis.
- If any member of her family has been a former Member of Parliament.
- If any member of her family is or has been a president or vice-president of any board or corporation of the Central or state government.
Mahatari Vandana Yojana 2024: Documents to apply
- Self-attested passport size photo
- Permanent address proof: Ration card, Voter ID, residence certificate
- Aadhaar card of self
- Aadhaar card of husband
- PAN card of self (if you have one)
- PAN card of husband (if he has one)
- Marriage certificate
- Death certificate in case of widows
- Abandoned certificate
- One date of birth proof: 10th marksheet, 12th marksheet, transfer certificate, PAN Card, Voter ID, Driving Licence
- Bank account number
- Bank account address
- Bank account IFSC code
- Photocopy of bank account passbook
- Self-declaration form
- Duly filled application form
Mahatari Vandana Yojana: Prerequisites
- Bank account
- DBT activation
The bank account must be in the name of the woman applicant. In case the woman applicant has no back account yet, they are expected to open one to receive the Mahtari Vandan scheme benefit.
Where to get Mahtari Vandan Scheme application form?
You can download the Mahtari Vandan Scheme application form from the official website: https://mahtarivandan.cgstate.gov.in/. You can also get a physical copy of the Mahtari Vandan Scheme application form from your nearest anganwadi, ward office/gram panchayat and special camps that are set to be organised by the state government from time to time.
Mahatari Vandana Yojana application form
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Mahatari Vandana Yojana self-declaration form
Mahtari Vandan Scheme application form 2024: Download PDF.
How to apply for Mahtari Vandan Scheme 2024 online?
So far, an applicant can’t apply for the scheme online. However, they can visit the official website: https://mahtarivandan.cgstate.gov.in/ to get other details about the scheme. According to the government order, the Chhattisgarh government will enable beneficiaries to apply for the scheme on the web portal as well as a mobile app.
How to apply for Mahtari Vandan Scheme 2024 offline?
- To apply for the Mahtari Vandan Scheme 2024 offline, you can visit the nearest anganwadi, ward office/gram panchayat and special camps that are set to be organised by the state government from time to time.
- Submit your duly filled application form along with the original and photocopies of all the relevant documents. You must also attach the self-declaration form along with your application.
- Make sure you self-attest all the photocopies of the documents submitted.
- In case the documents lack clarity, the original copies of your documents will also be taken from you for verification purposes.
- After your application is submitted, the eligible women will be provided with an acknowledgement receipt.
- You will also receive an SMS on your registered mobile number about the status of your application.
How to check Mahatari Vandana Yojana beneficiary list?
Step 1: On the home page, you will find the option “Antim Suchi”. Click on it.
Step 2: Select district, area, block, sector, village/ward, Anganwadi to view list of beneficiaries.
Step 3: The final list of Mahatari Vandana Yojana beneficiaries will appear on your screen.
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You can also check this offline at your nearest anganwadi, ward office or gram panchayat.
How to check Mahatari Vandana Yojana application?
Step 1: On the home page, you will find the option “Aavedan ki Sthiti”. Click on it.
Step 2: To know the status of your application and payment, provide beneficiary number or mobile number or Aadhaar number. Enter Captcha and hit submit.
How to check Mahatari Vandana Yojana application status?
You can check the status of your Mahatari Vandana Yojana application on the official website by providing your mobile number or beneficiary number or Aadhaar number.
Mahatari Vandana Yojana important links
Official website: https://mahtarivandan.cgstate.gov.in/
Email: dirwcd.cg@gov.in
Help desk: +91-771-2220006
Mahatari Vandana Yojana: District-wise contact numbers
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Housing.com viewpoint
The Mahtari Vandan Yojana in Chhattisgarh is envisioned to ensure economic empowerment of women, provide them financial security, promote gender equality and strengthen the decisive role of women in the family. In addition to offering immediate financial support, the program prioritises empowering women to become self-reliant. The funds allocated through the Mahtari Vandana Yojana aim not only to cover daily costs but also to promote skill enhancement and entrepreneurial endeavours. This strategy is in line with the overarching objective of cultivating a financially empowered female demographic within the state.
FAQs
What is the Mahtari Vandan Yojana?
The Mahtari Vandan Yojana is a social welfare scheme of the Chhattisgarh government to financially support married women above the age of 21.
What is the Mahtari Vandan Yojana subsidy?
The government will provide Rs 1,000 as monthly subsidy to beneficiaries of the Mahtari Vandan Yojana.
Who is eligible for the Mahtari Vandan Yojana?
All married, divorced and abandoned women who are permanent residents of Chhattisgarh are eligible under the scheme if they are of 21 years of age. However, a woman will not be able to get the benefit under the Mahtari Vandan scheme 2024 if: If any member of her family is a taxpayer. If any member of her family works as Class-1, Class-2 or Class-3 officer with any department of the Central or state government on permanent or contractual basis. If any member of her family has been a former Member of Parliament. If any member of her family is or has been a president or vice-president of any board or corporation of the Central or state government.
What documents are needed to apply for the Mahtari Vandan Yojana?
The following documents are needed to apply for the Mahtari Vandan Yojana: Self-attested passport size photo Permanent address proof: Ration card, Voter ID, residence certificate Aadhaar card of self Aadhaar card of husband PAN card of self (if you have one) PAN card of husband (if he has one) Marriage certificate Death certificate in case of widows Abandoned certificate One date of birth proof: 10th marksheet, 12th marksheet, transfer certificate, PAN Card, Voter ID, Driving Licence Bank account number Bank account address Bank account IFSC code Photocopy of bank account passbook Self-declaration form Duly filled application form
What if the official website to check Mahtari Vandan Yojana status?
The official page to check the status is: https://mahtarivandan.cgstate.gov.in/
What if the Mahtari Vandan Yojana help desk number?
The Mahtari Vandan Yojana statuhelp desk number is: +91-771-2220006
What if the Mahtari Vandan Yojana email ID?
The Mahtari Vandan Yojana email ID is: dirwcd.cg@gov.in
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