pramanikkunal65/GovtScheme_AI huggingface dataset:
National Savings Certificates (VIII-Issue) Scheme
Category: Banking,Financial Services and Insurance
Level: Central | State: All
Ministry: Ministry Of Finance

Details:
The scheme “National Savings Certificates (VIII-Issue) Scheme” was launched by the Department of Economic Affairs, Ministry of Finance, Government of India to promote a culture of long-term savings among individuals. Under the scheme, an individual can deposit a minimum of ₹1000/- and thereafter in multiple of ₹100/- with no maximum deposit limit for 5 5-year maturity period. The following type of accounts can be opened under the Scheme, namely:-

  - **Single Holder Type Account:** This type of account may be opened by an adult for himself, or on behalf of a minor or a person of unsound mind of whom he is the guardian; or by a minor who has attained the age of 10 years.  - **Joint A- Type Account:** This type of account may be opened jointly in the names of upto three adults payable to all the holders jointly or to the survivor or survivors.  - **Joint B- Type Account:** This type of account may be opened jointly in the name of upto three adults payable to any of the account holders or to the survivor or survivors.

Benefits:
National Savings Certificates offer an attractive interest rate of 7.7% compounded annually but payable at maturity.
No maximum deposit limit.
Account matures in 5 years.
Loan facility available by pledging with the banks.

Eligibility Criteria:
1. Any individual who is a resident of India can avail of the benefits under the scheme.
   1. On behalf of a minor or a person of unsound mind, the guardian can apply under the scheme.
   1. The minimum age of minors should be 10 years.

> **Deposits:**


  - A minimum of ₹1000/- and any sum in multiples of ₹100/- may be deposited in an account.
  - There shall be no maximum limit for deposits in an account or in accounts held by an account holder.
  - An individual may open any number of accounts.

> **Payment on Maturity:**


  - The deposit shall mature on completion of 5 years from the date of the deposit. The amount of maturity may be repaid to the account holder after submitting the specified form to the accounts office.
  - The maturity value of an account opened with one thousand rupees shall be One thousand four hundred sixty-two rupees and fifty-four paisa and proportionate for deposits made with any other sum. In the calculation of maturity value, any amount in fraction of a rupee shall be rounded off to the nearest rupee and for this purpose, any amount of fifty paisa or more shall be treated as one rupee, and any amount less than fifty paisa shall be ignored.
  - A certificate of annual accrual of interest shall be issued by the accounts office, on demand, to the account holder.
State Award for the Welfare of the Handicapped
Category: Social welfare & Empowerment
Level: State | State: Puducherry

Details:
The scheme “State Award for the Welfare of the Handicapped” was launched by the Department of Social Welfare, Government of Puducherry. In this scheme, the individuals and institutions are conferred awards on 3rd December every year (International Day for Differently Abled) to encourage them to become economically productive to serve the cause of differently abled Persons.

Benefits:
Outstanding Differently Abled Government / Private Employee:  ₹ 10,000/-.
Outstanding Differently Abled Self-employed Persons:  ₹ 10,000/-.
Individual Serving for the Cause of the Differently Abled:  ₹ 15,000/-.
Institutions Serving the Cause of the Differently Abled:  ₹ 25,000/- (Subject to Financial Selection by the State-level Committee).
Government Employer:  Citation With Shield.
Private Employer:  Citation With Shield.
*The awards are conferred on 3rd December every year (International Day for Differently Abled).

Eligibility Criteria:
- The applicant should be a Native/Resident of the Union Territory of Puducherry for at least 5 years.
- The applicant should have a disability of 40% or above.
Grant of Fuel Subsidy to Differently Abled Persons Who Are Owning Motorised Vehicles
Category: Social welfare & Empowerment, Transport & Infrastructure
Level: State | State: Puducherry

Details:
The scheme “Grant of Fuel Subsidy to Differently Abled Persons Who Are Owning Motorised Vehicles” by the Department of Social Welfare, Government of Puducherry was introduced to provide a subsidy of upto 50 % of the cost of fuel to persons with disability who own motorised vehicles. The selection is periodical and depends on the availability of funds.

Benefits:
50 % of the cost of fuel subject to a maximum of 15 litres for vehicles of less than 2 Horsepower.
50 % of the cost of fuel subject to a maximum of 25 litres for vehicles of equal to or more than 2 Horsepower.

Eligibility Criteria:
- The applicant should be a Native/Resident of the Union Territory of Puducherry for at least 5 years.
- The applicant should have an annual income not exceeding ₹75,000/- per annum.
- The vehicle should be registered in the name of the applicant.
- The distance between the residence of the applicant and the duty point should be greater than 6km.
- The disability of the applicant should be 40% and above.
- The applicant should not be should not be in receipt of transport allowance for conveyance from the Department or from any other source.
Annual Tour to the Differently Abled Persons
Category: Transport & Infrastructure, Travel & Tourism
Level: State | State: Puducherry

Details:
The scheme “Annual Tour to the Differently Abled Persons” was launched by the Department of Social Welfare, Government of Puducherry. The scheme is introduced to allow the differently abled persons, especially those who hail from weaker sections of society to see the places of cultural and historic importance and acquaint themselves with various aspects of our cultural heritage.

Benefits:
One free tour to various places every year.
NOTE:
 Drugs and alcoholic items are prohibited.

Eligibility Criteria:
- The applicant should be a Native/Resident of the Union Territory of Puducherry for at least 5 years.
- The annual income of the applicant should not exceed ₹ 75,000/-.
- The applicant should have a disability of 40% or above.
- The applicant should not have performed the tour for the past ten years.
- The applicant should not be affected by any contagious diseases. 
- The applicants may apply to this scheme only after the issue of notification in the local newspapers.
- The age of the applicant should be between 18 and 50 years.
- The applicant should not be a Government Servant.
- The parents of the applicant should not be a Government servant.
- The applicant should have registered his/her name in the Anganwadi Centre.
Free Distribution of Rice to Differently Abled Persons
Category: Health & Wellness, Social welfare & Empowerment
Level: State | State: Puducherry

Details:
The scheme “Free Distribution of Rice to Differently Abled Persons” by the Department of Social Welfare, Government of Puducherry was introduced to distribute free rice or equivalent Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) to the differently abled persons. The beneficiaries are paid 15 Kgs of rice per month or equivalent DBT. The selection is periodical and depends on the availability of funds.

Benefits:
15 Kg of rice per month or equivalent Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT).

Eligibility Criteria:
- The applicant should be a Native/Resident of the Union Territory of Puducherry for at least 5 years.
- The applicant should have an annual income not exceeding ₹75,000/- per annum.
- The disability of the applicant should be 40% and above.
- The applicant should be a beneficiary under the "Grant of Financial Assistance to Differently Abled Person" scheme.
Development and Maintenance of Orchard Cum Horti Nurseries
Category: Agriculture,Rural & Environment
Level: State | State: Meghalaya

Details:
The scheme “Development and Maintenance of Orchard Cum Horti Nurseries” was launched by the Department of Agriculture &amp; Farmers’ Welfare, Government of Meghalaya for the production and multiplication of good, high-yielding, diseased free planting materials in the Government farms for distribution to farmers through District Horticulture Officer.

Benefits:
Pattern of Assistance:
Training, awareness program, extension, technology support.
Type of Assistance:
Production and multiplication of good, high-yielding, diseased free planting materials for sale.
Introduction of new high-yielding varieties of mother plants, suitable to the different areas of the State.

Eligibility Criteria:
1. The applicant should be a permanent resident of Meghalaya.
   1. The applicant should be a bonafide farmer engaged in agriculture.
   1. The applicant/farmer should own or lease land of at least 200 sq.ms.
“Home for the Aged" under Grant-in-Aid to Pondicherry Society for the Care of the Aged (PONCARE)
Category: Housing & Shelter, Social welfare & Empowerment, Health & Wellness
Level: State | State: Puducherry

Details:
The sub-scheme “Home for the Aged" under the umbrella scheme "Grant-in-Aid to Pondicherry Society for the Care of the Aged (PONCARE)" was launched by the Department of Social Welfare, Government of Puducherry. Through this scheme, the senior citizens are provided with stay at subsidiary rates, food (both vegetarian and non-vegetarian), routine health check up by doctors thrice in a week, providing news papers and television for entertainment.

Benefits:
Stay at Subsidiary Rate of ₹1200/- for the Inmates.
Food (Both Vegetarian and Non-vegetarian).
Routine Health Check Up by Doctors Thrice in a Week.
Newspapers and Television for Entertainment.

Eligibility Criteria:
- The applicant should be 60 years or above in age.
- The applicant should be a Native/Resident of the Union Territory of Puducherry for at least 5 years.
Spices Development Ginger, Turmeric, Black Pepper, Cardamom, Coriander, Cinnamon and Chillies
Category: Agriculture,Rural & Environment
Level: State | State: Meghalaya

Details:
The scheme “Spices Development Ginger, Turmeric, Black Pepper, Cardamom, Coriander, Cinnamon, and Chillies” was launched by the Department of Agriculture &amp; Farmers’ Welfare, Government of Meghalaya to encourage farmers to produce good quality and diseased free planting materials and to grow improved varieties of high yielding spices.

Benefits:
Pattern of Assistance:
The produce from the Government Farm, Umsning are sold directly to the growers through District Horticulture Officers / Implementing Officers at full rate.

Eligibility Criteria:
1. The applicant/farmer should be a permanent resident of Meghalaya.
   1. The applicant should be a bonafide farmer engaged in agriculture.
   1. The applicant should possess their own or leased land of at least 0.2 (hectares) or more.

**Note:****** The applicant farmer can avail of the benefits of the scheme on a first come first serve basis.
"Sugarcane Nursery Premium" Sub-Scheme of the "Crop Production Technology" Scheme
Category: Agriculture,Rural & Environment
Level: State | State: Puducherry

Details:
The "Sugarcane Nursery Premium" Sub-Scheme of the "Crop Production Technology" Scheme is introduced by the Department of Agriculture and Farmer's Welfare, Union Territory of Puducherry. Through this scheme, the farmers are provided Nursery Premium for Raising Seed Material to Plant One Hectare of Sugarcane.

Benefits:
Nursery Premium for Raising Seed Material to Plant One Hectare of Sugarcane (10 Ares (25 Cents) of Nursery @ ₹4,000/-)

Eligibility Criteria:
- The applicant should be a resident/native of Puducherry.
- The applicant should be a Farmer.
Bhausaheb Fundkar Falbag Lagvad Scheme
Category: Agriculture,Rural & Environment
Level: State | State: Maharashtra

Details:
The pattern of assistance under this scheme of total amount payable in three years.
 The subsidy amount will be directly credited to the Aadhaar link Bank Account every year. 
The beneficiary has to maintain the percentage survival of fruit plant shall be minimum 80% for first year and  90%  for the second year.
State Sponsored Bhausaheb Fundkar Falbag Lagvad Scheme was launched by Agriculture Department of Maharashtra from Kharif Season of the year 2018-19.
This scheme include the 16 perennial fruit crops like Mango, Cashew, Guava, Sapota, Custered Apple, Pomegranate, Paper Lemon, Coconut, Tamarind, Fig, Amla, Kokum, Jackfruit, Jamun, Orange, Mosambi. Farmer from Konkan division can avail benefit of 0.10 Hector to 10.00 Hector And rest Of Maharashtra 0.20 Ha. to 6.00 Ha. planting under the scheme.

Benefits:
Subsidy through DBT is given to farmer for plantation of 16 perennial fruit crops like Mango, Cashew, Guava, Sapota, Custered Apple, Pomegranate, Paper Lemon, Coconut, Tamarind, Fig, Amla, Kokum, Jackfruit, Jamun, Orange, Mosambi, for below mentioned activities :

1.  Pit Diggsing
2.  Planting grafts/seedling
3.  Application of chemical and organic fertilizers.
4.  Crop Protection
5.  Gap filling


Eligibility Criteria:
The beneficiary should be a permanent resident of Maharashtra State 
Farmer should have Aadhaar Card.
Farmer should have 7/12 certificate and 8 –A certificate.
"Protected Cultivation" Component of "Establishment of New Gardens (Area Expansion)" Scheme
Category: Agriculture,Rural & Environment
Level: State | State: Puducherry

Details:
"Protected Cultivation" component of the "Establishment of New Gardens (Area Expansion)" scheme under the "National Horticulture Mission (NHM)", a Centrally Sponsored Scheme by the Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare, Govt. of India. In Puducherry, this scheme is implemented by the Department of Agriculture and Farmer's Welfare, Union Territory of Puducherry. Through this scheme, the farmers are provided Poly House, Shade Net House (Tubular Structure), and Plastic Mulching at subsidised rates for practising Protected Cultivation.

Benefits:
Poly House: 
Naturally Ventilated system (Tubular structure) – Subsidized Cost of ₹467.50/- per square meter.
Shade Net House (Tubular Structure): 
Subsidized Cost of ₹355/- per square meter. Maximum of 4000 square meters per beneficiary.
Plastic Mulching: 
₹10,000/- per hectare as a subsidy (maximum of 2 hectares per beneficiary).

Eligibility Criteria:
- The applicant should be a resident/native of Puducherry.
- The applicant should be a Farmer.
Krshak Prashikshan Tatha Bhraman Karyakram
Category: Agriculture,Rural & Environment
Level: State | State: Madhya Pradesh

Details:
The Krishak Parisharam Bhraman Karyakram Yojana under the Horticulture and Food Processing Department of Madhya Pradesh, provide tour to the different countries and states/divisions/districts/trends outside the development block. To attract the farmers towards the production of horticulture crops by giving tours to the farmers regarding horticulture crops. > **Objective:**


1. To expose farmers to diverse agricultural technologies, practices, and innovations.
1. Organize visits to different agricultural fields, research institutions, and agricultural universities.
1. Facilitate knowledge and experience exchange among farmers.
1. Promote entrepreneurship and innovation in the agriculture sector.

Benefits:
Farmer training within the state : ₹1,000/- per farmer per month (maximum 7 days)
Farmer training outside the state : ₹1,500/- per farmer per day.
Exposure visit outside the state to observe new technology (new component) : ₹1,500/- per farmer per day.
A total of ₹12,000/- for 20 trainees in one-day farmer training and tour, i.e. maximum expenditure per farmer is ₹500/- and honorarium to the host farmer is ₹100/-, thus the total maximum expenditure is Rs 600/- per farmer.

Eligibility Criteria:
1. This scheme will apply to all sections.
1. Farmers of all classes who cultivate crops.
Tuber Crops Potato, Tapioca, Colocasia
Category: Agriculture,Rural & Environment
Level: State | State: Meghalaya

Details:
The scheme “Tuber Crops (Potato, Tapioca, Colocasia) Scheme” was launched by the Department of Agriculture &amp; Farmers’ Welfare, Government of Meghalaya to boost up production and productivity of potato per unit area by providing quality HYV seeds, and equipment at 50% subsidy. The Scheme also aims to popularise and encourage the cultivation of tapioca, colocasia, sweet potato, etc.

Benefits:
Pattern of Assistance:
Supply of HYV seeds, pesticides, and sprayers to farmers for sale at a 50% subsidy.
Type of Assistance and Entitlement (If any):
Sl. No.
Entitlement
Owantum of Assistance
1
To boost up the production of potato by providing quality HYV seed, organic-based plant protection measures, and P.P equipment.
50% sale to the farmers.
2
For the potato seed experimental farm Upper Shillong, all inputs are provided for the purpose of multiplication of Breeder seed into foundation seed potato before distribution to a farmer.
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Eligibility Criteria:
1. The applicant/farmer should be a resident of Meghalaya.
   1. The applicant should be a bonafide farmer engaged in Agriculture, possessing own or leased land of at least 0.2 (hectares) or more.

**Note:** The applicant farmer can avail of the benefits of the scheme on a first come first serve basis.
Distribution of Vegetable Seeds Minikit & Fruits Minikit at Free of Cost
Category: Agriculture,Rural & Environment
Level: State | State: Puducherry

Details:
The scheme “Distribution of Vegetable Seeds Minikit & Fruits Minikit at Free of Cost" was launched by the Department of Agriculture and Farmer's Welfare, Union Territory of Puducherry. Through this scheme, all the horticulture growers of rural & urban areas are provided with vegetable seeds minikit & fruits minikit worth ₹250/‐ free of cost, for the establishment of nutritional gardens in rural / urban areas.

Benefits:
100% Subsidy, i.e. Distribution of Vegetable Seeds Minikit & Fruits Minikit Worth of ₹250/‐ Free of Cost, through Uzhavar Udhaviyagam (Farmers' Help Centres) and the Office of the Assistant Director of Agriculture (Horticulture), for the establishment of nutritional gardens in rural / urban areas.
Seasonality: During Aadipattam / Thaipattam.

Eligibility Criteria:
All horticulture growers of rural & urban areas are eligible.
Day Care - cum - Recreation Centre and Physiotherapy Unit
Category: Health & Wellness
Level: State | State: Puducherry

Details:
The sub-scheme “Day Care - cum - Recreation Centre and Physiotherapy Unit" under the umbrella scheme "Grant-in-Aid to Pondicherry Society for the Care of the Aged (PONCARE)" was launched by the Department of Social Welfare, Government of Puducherry. Through this scheme, the senior citizens are provided free physiotherapy given by the physiotherapist, as advised by the doctors.

Benefits:
Free Physiotherapy given by the Physiotherapist, as advised by the Doctors.

Eligibility Criteria:
- The applicant should be 60 years or above in age.
- The applicant should be a Native/Resident of the Union Territory of Puducherry for at least 5 years.
Gharelu Hinsa Ki Pidita Ke Liye Sahayta Yojana
Category: Women and Child
Level: State | State: Madhya Pradesh

Details:
The Protection of Women from Domestic Violence Act of 2005 stands as a significant legal framework designed to safeguard women from various forms of abuse within the confines of their homes. This pivotal legislation extends the right to protection and assistance to women facing domestic violence, encompassing a spectrum of abuses ranging from physical and sexual violence to verbal, emotional, and economic coercion. Its comprehensive scope acknowledges the multifaceted nature of domestic abuse, recognizing that victims may suffer various forms of harm beyond physical injury. 
Notably, the Act includes provisions for compensation aimed at aiding women and girls who endure physical harm resulting from domestic violence. This provision underscores the state's commitment to not only preventing further harm but also providing support and redressal for victims who have endured the trauma of abuse within their intimate relationships or households. By addressing the holistic needs of survivors, including financial assistance for physical injuries sustained, the Act embodies a proactive approach toward combating domestic violence, emphasizing the importance of empowering victims and holding perpetrators accountable for their actions.

Benefits:
The victim will be assisted as follows
If the disabilities of less than 40% resulting from damage to any part of the body, compensation of up to ₹2,00,000/- will be provided.
If the disability exceeds 40% due to damage to any part of the body, the compensation increases to a maximum of ₹4,00,000/-.






Eligibility Criteria:
- The applicant must be permanent resident of Madhya Pradesh.
- The applicant must be women and girls only.
- The applicant must be affected by domestic violence.
Free Distribution of Blankets and Chappals to Senior Citizen
Category: Social welfare & Empowerment
Level: State | State: Puducherry

Details:
The scheme “Free Distribution of Blankets and Chappals to Senior Citizen" was launched by the Department of Social Welfare, Government of Puducherry. The objective of this scheme is to enable the poor senior citizens, aged 60 years and above and residing in Puducherry, to receive blankets and chappals. The applicant should be a recipient of Old Age Pension.

Benefits:
One Blanket and One Pair of Chappals Every Year.

Eligibility Criteria:
- The applicant should be a Native/Resident of the Union Territory of Puducherry.
- The age of the applicant should be 60 years or above.
- The applicant should be a recipient of Old Age Pension.
Mukhyamantri Kalyakani Pension  Yojana
Category: Social welfare & Empowerment
Level: State | State: Madhya Pradesh

Details:
Mukhamantri Kalyani Pension Yojana under the Department of Social Justice and Empowerment of Persons with Disabilities Government of Madhya Pradesh Financial assistance is provided every month to Kalyani (widow) residing in the state for providing social security and subsistence.

Benefits:
Pension amount: Rs. 600/- per month.

Eligibility Criteria:
1. The applicant should be a native of Madhya Pradesh.
1. The applicant's age should be 18 years or older.
1. The applicant is not an income taxpayer.
1. The applicant is not a government employee/officer (Government employee/officer refers to the employees/officers working under the state or central government or government-benefited corporations, undertakings, or organizations.)
1. The applicant's family is not receiving a Kalyani pension.
1. The applicant's name is marked on the Samagra portal.
State Agriculture Thesis Grant for M.Sc. Agriculture
Category: Education & Learning
Level: State | State: Nagaland

Details:
The scheme “State Agriculture Thesis Grant for M.Sc. Agriculture” was launched by the Department of Agriculture, Government of Nagaland to provide a Thesis Grant to all the inhabitants of Nagaland who passed the M.Sc. Agriculture programme under the State Plan of Education &amp; Training.

Benefits:
Under the scheme, the Thesis Grant will be given to students according to the course/programme in which they are enrolled.

Eligibility Criteria:
A student should fulfill the following criteria to be eligible for this Scholarship:

   1. The State Agriculture Thesis Grant will be applicable for all the inhabitants of Nagaland who passed the M.Sc. Agriculture.
   1. Applicants must be from an Institution which has a valid AISHE/UDISE code.
   1. Applicants must not be a beneficiary of any other scholarship scheme.
"Design Development Training For Master Crafts Persons" Component of the "Development of Handicrafts" Scheme
Category: Skills & Employment
Level: State | State: Puducherry

Details:
The "Design Development Training For Master Crafts Persons" Component of the "Development of Handicrafts" Scheme by the Department of Industries and Commerce, Union Territory of Puducherry aims to enhance the skills of craftspersons in moulding and designing their traditional crafts. The objective is to make these crafts more appealing to customers and increase marketability. The training is expected to have a significant impact on the development of modern art and techniques in crafts, potentially introducing new crafts from other regions.

Benefits:
For Craftsperson
Remuneration: ₹3,000 per month.
Accommodation Charges: ₹1,000 per month.
Travelling Allowances: To & Fro 2nd class (berth) train fare.
Period of Training: As prescribed by the Training Unit/ Institution.
For Training Unit/ Institution
Course Fee: As prescribed will be paid.

Eligibility Criteria:
- The applicant should be a Craftsperson or Artisan.
- The applicant should be literate.
- The applicant should be from Puducherry.
- The applicant should be carrying out the activity in their respective crafts for at least three years.
Nirman Shramik Jeevan va Bhavishya Suraksha Yojana
Category: Health & Wellness
Level: State | State: Rajasthan

Details:
Launched in 2016, the scheme "Nirman Shramik Jeevan va Bhavishya Suraksha Yojana" (Construction Workers Life and Future Security Scheme) by the Building and Other Construction Workers Welfare Board, Government of Rajasthan aims to provide financial security and social protection through insurance and pension benefits to the registered construction workers and their families. Through this scheme, benefits under the Pradhan Mantri Suraksha Bima Yojana, Pradhan Mantri Jeevan Jyoti Bima Yojana, and Atal Pension Yojana are provided to eligible registered construction workers. This comprehensive scheme complements other initiatives like the Construction Workers Tools/Toolkit Assistance Scheme, Construction Workers Education and Skill Development Scheme, and Construction Workers Sulabh Yojana.

Benefits:
Pradhan Mantri Suraksha Bima Yojana (PMSBY)
100% reimbursement of annual premium amount (₹12)
Premium amount is fully reimbursed through electronic transfer
No partial reimbursement option is available
Beneficiary must show proof of premium deduction in bank passbook
Pradhan Mantri Jeevan Jyoti Bima Yojana (PMJJBY)
50% reimbursement of the annual premium amount
Total premium: ₹330
Reimbursement amount: ₹165
Remaining ₹165 to be borne by the beneficiary
Must provide proof of full premium deduction from bank account
Atal Pension Yojana (APY)
50% reimbursement of the annual contribution amount
Specifically for the ₹1,000 monthly pension plan
Reimbursement is calculated based on the average annual contribution
Beneficiary must continue paying their share to maintain scheme validity
Must show proof of contribution deduction from bank account

Eligibility Criteria:
1.  The applicant must be registered as a beneficiary with the Building and Other Construction Workers Welfare Board.
2.  The applicant must have a savings bank account in their name.
3.  The applicant must be eligible for membership under the following schemes:

- Pradhan Mantri Suraksha Bima Yojana (PMSBY)
- Pradhan Mantri Jeevan Jyoti Bima Yojana (PMJJBY)
- Atal Pension Yojana (APY)

4.  The applicant must provide consent to their bank for the deduction of premium/contribution from their savings account.
5.  The applicant must have gotten the annual premium/contribution amount deducted from their savings account.
Agriculture Information Unit Scheme
Category: Agriculture,Rural & Environment
Level: State | State: Meghalaya

Details:
The “Agriculture Information Unit Scheme” is a State Plan Scheme, which is implemented by the Department of Agriculture &amp; Farmers’ Welfare, Government of Meghalaya. The objective of the scheme is to provide free distribution of information leaflets, booklets, etc. Sponsoring farmers&#39; groups, and self-help groups to participate in and/ or organize trade fairs, expos, and exhibitions within and outside the state.

Benefits:
Pattern of Assistance:
Free distribution of information leaflets, package of practices, booklets etc., including sponsoring Farmers Group, SHG to exposure programmes like trade fairs, expos, exhibitions in and outside the State.
Type of Assistance and Entitlement (If any):
Farmers Exposure Trip, Holding Crop Competition, Printing of booklets, leaflets, farmer calendar, publications, observation of World Food Day, Sponsoring farmers to participate in Trade Fair, Exhibition, Kisan Mela.

Eligibility Criteria:
1. The applicant should be a resident of Meghalaya.
1. The applicant should be a bonafide farmer engaged in agriculture.
Hita-dhikaari Ke Samanye Athava Durghatana Me Mrityu Ya Ghayal Hone Ki Dasha Me Sahayata Yojana
Category: Health & Wellness, Social welfare & Empowerment
Level: State | State: Rajasthan

Details:
The Beneficiary's Death or Injury Assistance Scheme, established by the Labor department of Rajasthan State, is a compassionate government program designed to offer a helping hand to families of beneficiaries who have experienced the loss of a loved one or the sudden hardship of an injury, regardless of whether the cause was natural or accidental. Recognizing the significant emotional and financial strain that such events can inflict, this initiative aims to provide a measure of financial security during these difficult times, allowing families to focus on healing and rebuilding their lives.

Benefits:
In case of death due to accident : ₹5,00,000/-
In case of permanent total disability due to accident : ₹3,00,000/-
Permanent total disability means disabling of two eyes or both hands or both legs due to accident.
In case of partial permanent disability due to accident : ₹1,00,000/-
Permanent partial disability means disabling of one hand or one leg.
In case of serious injury in an accident : Up to ₹20,000/-
 (Serious injury in an accident means the beneficiary being admitted as an in-patient in the hospital for at least 5 days. The determination of serious injury will be decided based on the certificate issued by the Medical Board .)
In case of minor injuries in an accident : Up to ₹5,000/-
Minor injuries means hospitalization as an inpatient in a hospital for less than 5 days
In case of normal death of a construction worker : ₹75,000/-

Eligibility Criteria:
1. Construction workers must be between 18 to 60 years of age.
1. Construction workers must be registered with the labor board.
1. Construction worker must be depositing their contributions regularly.
State Rice Mission Scheme
Category: Agriculture,Rural & Environment
Level: State | State: Meghalaya

Details:
The “State Rice Mission Scheme” is a State Plan Scheme, which is implemented by the Department of Agriculture &amp; Farmers’ Welfare, Government of Meghalaya. The objective of the scheme is to increase productivity and production of rice through improved technologies and extension methods and, to supply the quality/certified seeds/organic fertilizers at 50% subsidy.

Benefits:
Pattern of Assistance:
Training, Awareness program, extension, Technology support, Subsidy on inputs.
Type of Assistance and Entitlement (If any):
50 % Subsidy for quality paddy seeds to farmers.
Minor irrigation (Check dam, shallow tube well, etc.)
50 % sale of Power Tillers SRI Tools for demonstration.
Trainings

Eligibility Criteria:
1. The applicant should be a permanent resident of Meghalaya.
1. The applicant should be a bonafide farmer engaged in agriculture.
"In-Plant Training" Component of the "Development of Industries" Scheme
Category: Skills & Employment
Level: State | State: Puducherry

Details:
The "In-Plant Training" component of the "Development of Industries" scheme by the District Industries Centre, Department of Industries and Commerce, UT of Puducherry was introduced to create employment opportunities and motivate entrepreneurship among the educated unemployed youth. Through this scheme, training is imparted to the educated unemployed youth at various industrial establishments in a real-time environment. The trainees acquire the skill by observing, assisting and learning the job on their own in the plant itself. The training makes them acquire better skills in the trade to start either their self-ventures or to get employment in established industries. The training is imparted for one year with a monthly stipend at rates based on educational qualification.

Benefits:
Stipend
Higher Secondary / ITI and below: ₹ 1,500/-.
Any Graduate or 3 years Diploma in Engg. Or equivalent: ₹ 2,500/-.
Degree in Engineering or Post Graduate in Arts & Science or equivalent: ₹ 3,000/-.
* Trainees having postgraduate qualification in a trade which requires under graduation as minimum qualification will be paid ₹ 3,000/- per month.
* During the period of training, the trainees may waste some of the raw materials for which an amount of ₹ 300/- per trainee per month is paid to the industrial units which impart training as compensation for wastage.
* Stipend payable will be based on the minimum educational qualification fixed for the trade concerned i.e. stipend will be the same for any notified trade irrespective of the trainee possessing higher qualification. 

Indicative List of Trades under In-Plant Training:
 Computer Application, Electrician, Electronics, Composing & Printing, Machinist, Auto Mechanic, A/C Refrigeration, Lab Technician.
Commencement of Training:
 In July.
Period of Training: 
One year.

Eligibility Criteria:
- The applicant should be between 18 and 35 years of age.
- The applicant should be unemployed.
- The applicant should have passed Class 10th (SSLC).
- The applicant should be a native of the Union Territory of Puducherry (or) a continuous resident of the area for the past three years.
"Entrepreneureship Development Programme (EDP)" Component of the "Development of Industries" Scheme
Category: Business & Entrepreneurship, Skills & Employment
Level: State | State: Puducherry

Details:
The scheme "Entrepreneureship Development Programme (EDP)" by the District Industries Centre, Department of Industries and Commerce, Union Territory of Puducherry aims to to develop entrepreneurship skills by providing training for setting up of the projects. The programmes contains motivating the prospective entrepreneurs, highlight respective projects, the course of actions to taken by them for setting up and successful running their unit.

Benefits:
The entire expenditure towards the training will be met.
The period of training will generally be for a week.

Eligibility Criteria:
- The applicant should be a native of the Union Territory of Puducherry (or) continuous resident of the area for the past three years.
Ramie Crop Scheme
Category: Agriculture,Rural & Environment
Level: State | State: Meghalaya

Details:
The “Ramie Crop Scheme” is a State Plan Scheme, which is implemented by the Department of Agriculture &amp; Farmers’ Welfare, Government of Meghalaya. The objective of the scheme is to encourage the cultivation of perennial and remunerative textile crops such as Ramie in suitable areas by providing necessary inputs and training.

Benefits:
Pattern of Assistance:
To provide planting materials, degumming, and decorticating machines to the farmers.
Type of Assistance And Entitlement (If any):
Quality planting materials, organic manure, bio-pesticides at subsidised rate and farmers' training.

Eligibility Criteria:
1. The applicant should be a resident of Meghalaya.
1. The applicant should be a bonafide farmer engaged in agriculture.
E.V.R. Maniammaiyar Ninaivu Marriage Assistance Scheme for Daughter’s of Poor Widows: Scheme-I
Category: Women and Child, Social welfare & Empowerment
Level: State | State: Tamil Nadu

Details:
The 'E.V.R. Maniammaiyar Ninaivu Marriage Assistance Scheme for Daughters of Poor Widows: Scheme-I' was launched by the Social Welfare and Women Empowerment Department, Government of Tamil Nadu. The aim is to help poor widow mothers who face financial hardship in conducting their daughter's marriage. The scheme provides financial assistance for the marriage of their daughters.

Benefits:
Financial assistance of ₹25,000/- given to the widow to meet the expenses incurred in the marriage of her daughter.
1 Sovereign (8gm) 22-carat gold coin for making Thirumangalyam (Mangalsutra).
Mode of Disbursal: 
Through Electronic Clearing Service.
NOTE: 
The benefit can be given to the bride in case of the death of the widowed mother.


Eligibility Criteria:
1. The applicant should be a Widow.
1. The applicant should be the mother of a girl child.
1. The annual income of the family should not exceed ₹72,000/-.
1. The age of the widow's daughter should be above 18 years.
1. The allowance is granted for the marriage of one daughter only.
CHIEF MINISTER  EMPLOYMENT GENERATION  PROGRAMME (CMEGP)
Category: Business & Entrepreneurship, Skills & Employment, Social welfare & Empowerment
Level: State | State: Maharashtra

Details:
Scheme launched by GR शासन निर्णय क्र. योजना-२०१९/प्र.क्र.१२१/उद्योग ७ dated on 01.08.2019 Scheme will be implemented and monitored by Directorate of Industries (DOI), under the administrative control of Industries Department, Government of Maharashtra. The Scheme will be implemented through District Industries   Canters (DICs), Maharashtra State Khadi and Village Industries Boards (KVIB) under the control of Directorate of Industries and also by banks. - The maximum cost of the project/unit admissible under manufacturing sector is Rs.50 lakh.       
- The maximum cost of the project/unit admissible under service, Agro-based/ Primary Agro processing sector, E-vehicle based goods transport and other businesses, single brand service ventures (single brand-based chains, mobile service ventures) is Rs.20 lakhs.
- Beneficiary’s Contribution in the project cost will be 5% to 10 % as per the Categories of Beneficiaries under CMEGP scheme and balance amount of the total project cost will be provided   by Banks as term loan.

Benefits:

Categories of beneficiaries under CMEGP
Beneficiary’s Contribution (of project cost)
Rate of subsidy (of project cost)
Area (location of project/unit)

Urban
Rural
General Category
10%
15%
25%
Special Category (includes SC / ST /Women/ Ex- servicemen / differently abled/VJNT/OBC/Minority)
5%
25%
35%


Eligibility Criteria:
1)The **Age** of the applicant should be between 18 to 45. For Special category (including SC/ST/Women/ Ex-servicemen/Differently abled) age is relaxed by 5 years.
2)The **Occupation** of the applicant should be **unemployed youth, Youth willing to establish new ventures.**   
3)The **Annual Income** of the Applicant/Family/Parent/Guardian should **No criteria** LPA
4)The **Gender** of the applicant should be Male and Female
 5)The **Marital Status** of the applicant should be **for all**
 6)The **Educational Qualification** of the applicant should be **minimum 7th standard pass for   project/unit above Rs. 10 lac and for project/units above Rs.25 lac the required educational criterion for the applicant is minimum 10th standard pass.**
Mukyamantri Samuhik Vivah Evam Anudan Yojna 
Category: Women and Child
Level: State | State: Rajasthan

Details:
In an effort to tackle social issues and promote a more economical approach to weddings, the Rajasthani government introduced the Mukhyamantri Samuhik Vivah Evam Anudan Yojana in 2021. This initiative actively encourages mass marriage ceremonies throughout the state. By facilitating these events, the program aims to achieve a two-fold benefit: reducing excessive spending often associated with traditional weddings and discouraging harmful social practices like child marriage and dowry.  Financial aid is provided to couples to help manage the costs of their marriage.  This scheme effectively promotes social reforms while offering financial support for couples across Rajasthan.

Benefits:
Total Grand : ₹25,000/- will be provided as
To the bride : ₹21,000/- is given
To Marriage Organizer : ₹4,000/- through IFMS.

Eligibility Criteria:
1. The bride/groom should be a native of Rajasthan
1. The bride's age should be above 18 years and the groom's age should be above 21 years.
1. Both bride and groom should be unmarried
1. Marriages should be registered as per rules.
Mrityu Ki Dasha Me Antyeshti Evam Anugrah Sahayata Yojana
Category: Social welfare & Empowerment
Level: State | State: Madhya Pradesh

Details:
The "Mrityu ki Dasha Mein Antyeshti Evam Anugrah Sahayata Yojana" scheme, implemented by the Madhya Pradesh Labor Department since 2004. The objective of the scheme is to provide financial assistance to the dependents of registered construction workers in Madhya Pradesh in the case of their death.
The scheme has the following financial assistance aims:

- Alleviate the immediate financial burden on the family caused by funeral expenses. 
- Offer some financial support during a difficult time after the loss of a breadwinner.


- Additionally, the scheme offers ex-gratia payments in case of permanent or partial disability due to an accident, further aiming to provide some financial security to registered workers who may face challenges due to an injury sustained while working.

Benefits:
Funeral assistance- ₹6,000/-
Ex-gratia payment-
In case of normal death : ₹2,00,000/-
In case of death due to accident : ₹4,00,000/-
In case of permanent disability due to accident : ₹2,00,000/-
In case of partial permanent disability due to accident : ₹1,00,000/-

Eligibility Criteria:
1. The worker must have been registered for at least 6 months before their death.
1. Death can be due to only natural causes or an accident.
1. The worker must have a valid identity card.
1. Benefit will only be provided to following successor-

  - Wife or husband (as the case may be) of a worker holding a valid identity card
  - Sons and unmarried and dependent daughters
  - Dependent parents
  - If there is none of the above, a family member who is dependent on the deceased worker.
Grant of Financial Assistance to the Press Reporters of Puducherry
Category: Social welfare & Empowerment
Level: State | State: Puducherry

Details:
The scheme "Grant of Financial Assistance to the Press Reporters of Puducherry" by the Department of Information & Publicity, Union Territory of Puducherry, aims to provide financial support amounting to ₹25,000/- to eligible press reporters who have served in Newspaper / Magazine duly registered with the "Registrar of Newspapers, Government of India, New Delhi" continuously for atleast 10 years.

Benefits:
Financial Assistance: 
₹25,000/-.
Mode of Disbursal: 
The Director, Department of Information & Publicity, Puducherry will transmit the cheque to the applicant after obtaining the necessary receipt thereof from the applicant in the 
prescribed format
.
Time Limit: 
Three weeks from the date of application.

Eligibility Criteria:
- The applicant should be a citizen of India.
- The applicant should be a native of the Union Territory of Puducherry by birth or by continuous residence for not less than five years.
- The applicant should be a Press Reporter.
- The applicant should have served in a Newspaper/Magazine.
- The Newspaper/Magazine should be duly registered with the "Registrar of Newspapers, Government of India, New Delhi".
- The Newspaper/Magazine should be registered continuously for not less than 10 years.
Cycle Anudaan Yojana
Category: Transport & Infrastructure, Social welfare & Empowerment
Level: State | State: Madhya Pradesh

Details:
Saikil Anudaan Yojana is an initiative by the Labour Department, Madhya Pradesh. Its aim is to provide transportation facilities to construction workers registered under the MP Building and Other Construction Workers Welfare Board. The government recognized that laborers working in Madhya Pradesh often have to travel long distances to reach their workplaces. Many of these laborers lack proper means of transportation to reach the work site, forcing them to rely on alternative methods and incur additional expenses. This, in turn, increases their financial burden.

Benefits:
Financial Assistance : 
90 percent of actual expenditure or ₹4,000/- whichever is less.

Eligibility Criteria:
1. Applicant must be a registered construction worker of the division with a valid identity card.
1. Applicant can get the scheme benefits only at once.
1. Applicant must working as registered construction workers for 3 consecutive years.
1. Bicycle purchased on a grant will be prohibited from sale for 3 years.
Mukhyamantri Konya Atmonirbhor Yojana
Category: Women and Child, Education & Learning
Level: State | State: Tripura

Details:
The scheme "Mukhyamantri Konya Atmonirbhor Yojana" was launched by the Directorate of Higher Education, Government of Tripura, aims to provide appropriate resources to meritorious girls studying in the 1st semester of a course in the General Degree Colleges in Tripura are provided with a free Scooty for travelling to their College. The aspiring student should apply as per the prescribed format to the Higher Education Department of Tripura through the College she is enrolled in. The scheme is implemented by the Directorate of Higher Education.

Benefits:
Each eligible student will receive a free Scooty. This Scooty is intended to be useful for them to travel to their College.


Eligibility Criteria:
1. The applicant should be a resident of Tripura. 
1. The applicant should be a girl.    
1. The applicant should be a student.
1. The parents/guardians of the applicant should be natives of Tripura or have a continuous residence in Tripura for not less than 10 years.
1. The applicant should be studying in the 1st semester of a course at the General Degree College in Tripura.
Award of Scholarships to Outstanding NCC Cadets of the UT of Puducherry
Category: Education & Learning
Level: State | State: Puducherry

Details:
The "Award of Scholarships to Outstanding NCC Cadets of the UT of Puducherry" by the Directorate of School Education, Union Territory of Puducherry, aims to recognize and support outstanding NCC cadets. The scheme offers scholarships to eligible candidates in various divisions: Senior Division Boys (Up to graduation), Senior Wing Girls, Junior Division Boys (Up to 12th Standard), and Junior Wing Girls.

Benefits:
Rate of Scholarships
Senior Division Cadets: ₹500 per month.
Junior Division Cadets: ₹250 per month.
Number of Scholarships
34 fresh scholarships are awarded every year.

Eligibility Criteria:
- The applicant should be a citizen of India.
- The applicant should be a native of the Union Territory of Puducherry by birth or by continuous residence for not less than five years.
- The applicant should have attended 75% of parades in the year.
- The applicant should have attended the eligible number of camps.
- The applicant should not have been discharged from the Institution/NCC under disciplinary grounds.
- The awards will be available in the following divisions: Senior Division Boys Up to graduation; Senior Wing Girls; Junior Division Boys Up to 12 Standard; and Junior Wing Girls.

**NOTE:** Awardees cannot receive other regular scholarships or stipends but can enjoy fee concessions, if any, from their institutions.
Indira Gandhi National Vidhva Pension yojana
Category: Banking,Financial Services and Insurance
Level: State | State: Rajasthan

Details:
The scheme “Indira Gandhi National Vidhva Pension Yojana (IGNWPS)” Started On 7-10-2009 under the Social Justice and Empowerment Department, Government. of Rajasthan. Under this scheme, financial support is provided to the widows of the state of Rajasthan. A widow whose household is below the poverty line is eligible to get the benefits of the pension scheme. The beneficiary receives a monthly pension amount consisting of the Central and State governments&#39; share.

Benefits:
Women who are more than 40 to less than 75 years old monthly pension of ₹ 1000/-.
Women who are more than 75 years old monthly pension of ₹ 1500/-.

Eligibility Criteria:
1. The applicant should have a domicile in the state of Rajasthan.
1. The applicant should be from a Below Poverty Line (BPL) family.
1. The application should be aged 40 years.