Rajya Samajik Suraksha Pension Yojana
Rajya Samajik Suraksha Pension Yojana
The Bihar Government has initiated a scheme for the welfare of the widows, hapless and bonded laborers who have surpassed the age of 60. Rajya samajik suraksha pension yojana which is translated as “Social security pension scheme,” is aimed at assisting these citizens in the form of pension. This article summarizes the various facets of the scheme.
The Need
People under the BPL category need a financial uplift, and factors like age and lack of revenue sources leave them in a precarious situation. Estimates suggest that 55% of Bihar’s population fall under this category, which if left unchecked would swell to 75%; leading to a scenario that not only cripples livelihood but the economy as well. This prompted the Bihar Government to launch such an initiative when the state needed it most.
Applicability and Funding
Families who are categorized as BPL (Below Poverty Line) would be benefited with a monthly pension of Rs. 200. These funds are extended to those residents who are above the age of 60 but is not more than 64 years old. On the other hand; residents who are widowed, disabled, helpless and bonded laborers would receive a pension of Rs.100 if their annual income is less than Rs.5500 and Rs. 5000, which are allocated for urban and rural locales respectively. This is subject to the condition that such residents have surpassed the age of 60. The scheme would be implemented in both urban and rural locales of the state. The scheme also extends to the residents infected with HIV/Aids, provided that they have surpassed the age of 65 years and have registered with the Rajasthan State Aids Control Society.
Procedure for Registration
The prospective candidate would be required to make an application to the block development offices, after obtaining the application from the same body. The block development officers will send the forms to the sub-division officers, who in-turn will choose the candidates after viewing the application and associated documents. The candidates will receive the money during the camp, as no provisions have been specified for bank transfer or other modes of payment.
