Jharkhand Chief Minister Hemant Soren on Thursday transferred the first installment of Rs 1,000 to the accounts of 5.91 lakh women beneficiaries of the ‘Jharkhand Mukhyamantri Maiya Samman Yojana’ (JMMSY).
Here are Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) on ‘Jharkhand Mukhyamantri Maiya Samman Yojana’:
Q: Will the “Jharkhand Chief Minister Maiya Samman Yojana” be closed in 2-3 months?
A: No, the Jharkhand Chief Minister Maiya Samman Yojana is an ongoing scheme. Women benefiting from this program will receive a monthly aid of Rs 1,000 directly into their bank accounts by the 15th of each month, until they reach the age of 50, according to the state government.
Q: Who is eligible for the Jharkhand Chief Minister Maiyan Samman Yojana?
A: The scheme is available to women residing in Jharkhand who are aged between 21 and 50.
Q: Will women below the age of 21 be eligible for benefits?
A: Benefits are available once the woman turns 21. A list of potential beneficiaries will be prepared at the Anganwadi centre.
Q: Who is not eligible for this scheme?
A: The scheme is not available to women who are not residents of Jharkhand, or those whose families pay income tax. Eligibility is also restricted for women or their family members (self, husband, or father if unmarried) who are employed or receiving pensions from government/public sector jobs, or those holding EPF accounts. Additionally, those already receiving old age pensions, widow pensions, disabled pensions, or other similar benefits are not eligible.
Q: Where can I obtain the application form?
A: Application forms are available free of charge at Anganwadi centres or the office of the Block Development Officer/Zonal Officer. The entire process, from filling out the application form to receiving the aid, is free of charge.
Q: What documents are required to complete the application form?
A: Required documents include:
-Aadhaar card
-Ration card (father’s ration card is also acceptable)
-Bank account passbook
-Self-declaration form
-One passport-sized photograph
Q: Where should the completed application form be submitted?
A: In rural areas, submit the form at the nearest Pragya Kendra or the Block Development Officer’s office. In urban areas, submit it at the nearest Pragya Kendra or the office of the Zonal Officer.
Q: What happens after submitting the application form?
A: After submitting the application, you will receive an acknowledgment slip with a reference number from the portal. You can see here: https://services.india.gov.in/service/detail/application-form-for-jharkhand-chief-minister-maiya-samman-yojana-jharkhand.
Once done, you will also receive an SMS from the Chief Minister of Jharkhand on your mobile number.
Q: When will I receive the honorarium?
A: The honorarium of Rs 1,000 will be credited to the beneficiary’s bank account starting from the month of acceptance.
Q: How will I be notified about the arrival of the honorarium in my bank account?
A: An SMS will be sent to your mobile number as soon as the honorarium is deposited into your bank account.
Q: What happens when a beneficiary turns 50 years old?
A: Women who turn 50 will be transitioned to benefits under the “Chief Minister State Old Age Pension Scheme”.
Q: What should I do if someone demands money to process the benefits of this scheme?
A: Immediate complaints can be lodged by calling the department’s toll-free number 1800-890-0215. Additionally, complaints can be made to the Block Development Officer, Zonal Officer, Assistant Director of Social Security, Sub-Divisional Officer, Deputy Development Commissioner, or the Deputy Commissioner.