Indira Gandhi National Old Age Pension Scheme (Himachal Pradesh)

About This Scheme

The Indira Gandhi National Old Age Pension Scheme, implemented by the Department of Social Justice and Empowerment, Himachal Pradesh, is a centrally sponsored scheme that provides a monthly pension to elderly men and women aged 60 years and above belonging to Below Poverty Line (BPL) families. The objective of the scheme is to provide social security and financial support to elderly persons who are members of families living below the poverty line.

Eligibility

1. The applicant should be a resident of Himachal Pradesh. 1. The applicant should be a senior citizen. 1. The applicant should be 60 years of age or older. 1. The applicant should belong to a Below Poverty Line (BPL) family.

Benefits

- Beneficiaries aged 60 to 79 years: ₹1,000/- per month - Beneficiaries aged 70 years or above: ₹1,500/- per month

How to Apply

Where This Comes From

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