Sarkari Yojana
Madhya Pradesh Crime Victim Compensation Scheme
About Madhya Pradesh Crime Victim Compensation Scheme
The Home Department, Government of Madhya Pradesh, introduced the “Madhya Pradesh Crime Victim Compensation Scheme” to give money and rehabilitation support to victims of crime or their dependents, with the amount depending on the loss, injury, and financial position involved. It covers cases of death, permanent disability, acid attacks, sexual crimes, and serious injuries, and includes interim relief, medical help, and special arrangements for minors and cases of serious trauma.
Scheme Overview
State Government
Individual
31 Mar 2015
Scheme Details
Eligibility Requirements
To qualify for Madhya Pradesh Crime Victim Compensation Scheme, applicants must satisfy the following conditions:
Victims of crime, or dependents of a victim,…
Victims of crime, or dependents of a victim, who have been injured or have suffered loss because of a criminal act may apply.
Only crimes committed within Madhya Pradesh are covered
Only crimes committed within Madhya Pradesh are covered. Residents of Madhya Pradesh who became victims outside the state can receive interim relief.
The crime has to be reported without any…
The crime has to be reported without any unreasonable delay.
Applicants are expected to cooperate with the authorities…
Applicants are expected to cooperate with the authorities during the investigation and the rehabilitation process.
The victim's yearly income from all sources should…
The victim's yearly income from all sources should be ₹5,00,000 or less. Where it is higher, only 50% of the prescribed amount is paid.
Benefits Provided
Madhya Pradesh Crime Victim Compensation Scheme provides the following benefits to eligible applicants:
Compensation to victims for injury/loss: The highest compensation payable for each type of loss or injury is:
1. A. Loss of life (Death):
If the deceased was an earning member, up to ₹4,00,000 is payable; for a non-earning member, the limit is ₹2,00,000.
1. B. Loss of Fetus:
Compensation of up to ₹50,000, with free medical treatment at Government Hospitals.
2. Permanent disability of 100%:
An earning member can receive up to ₹3,00,000, and a non-earning member up to ₹1,50,000, with free medical treatment in Government Hospital in both cases.
3. Permanent disability above 40%:
The ceiling is ₹2,00,000 where the victim is an earning member and ₹1,00,000 where the victim is not, along with free medical treatment in Government Hospital.
4. A. Loss of fertility (from a criminal incident other than rape):
Up to ₹1,50,000, plus free medical treatment in Government hospitals.
4. B. Serious injury to a vital part of the body or surgery:
Earning members may get up to ₹50,000 and non-earning members up to ₹25,000, with free medical treatment in Government Hospital.
5. A. Gang Rape:
As much as ₹3,00,000 along with free medical treatment in Government Hospital.
5. B. Sexual crime with minors:
As much as ₹2,00,000 along with free medical treatment in Government Hospital.
6. A. Acid attack causing over 40% disfiguration:
Up to ₹3,00,000, of which ₹1,00,000 is paid within 15 days of the intimation date and the remaining maximum of ₹2,00,000 within 2 months, plus free medical treatment in Government Hospital.
6. B. Acid attack causing under 40% disfiguration:
Up to ₹1,50,000, of which ₹50,000 is paid within 15 days of the intimation date and the rest within 2 months, plus free medical treatment in Government hospital. Medical Treatment: Injuries covered by the scheme are treated free of charge in government hospitals Interim Relief: On certification by the police, a magistrate, or a competent medical officer, immediate first-aid or medical help can be given Mode of Disbursement: Payment goes into an Aadhaar-linked bank account Frequency of Disbursement: Paid as a lump sum or in two installments Special Cases: Compensation for minor victims is kept as a fixed deposit that can be withdrawn only for education or medical needs
Documents Required
Applicants should keep the following documents ready before starting the application:
FIR / Police Report copy
FIR / Police Report copy
Medical Certificate copy describing the injury, where applicable
Medical Certificate copy describing the injury, where applicable
Court Recommendation copy, if one has been issued
Court Recommendation copy, if one has been issued
For dependents, a Dependency Certificate from the Tehsildar…
For dependents, a Dependency Certificate from the Tehsildar or a competent authority
Details of the Aadhaar-linked bank account into which…
Details of the Aadhaar-linked bank account into which payment is to be made
Proof of identity of the Victim/Dependent applying
Proof of identity of the Victim/Dependent applying
2015-03-31
How to Apply
Offline Application
Applicants can apply for Madhya Pradesh Crime Victim Compensation Scheme through the offline application process outlined below.
Application Process
An application is filed by the victim or a dependent with the District Legal Services Authority (DLSA).
The DLSA checks the claim, gathers the required documents, and can ask for further evidence.
Within 60 days, the amount of compensation is decided by looking at how severe the loss is, the medical costs, and the needs for rehabilitation.
Medical assistance or interim relief can be given straight away.
Sanctioned compensation is paid into Aadhaar-linked bank accounts.
A first appeal lies with the State Legal Services Authority within 90 days, and a second appeal can be made to the Government Home Department within 30 days.
Exclusions / Who Is Not Eligible
1. Cases covered under the Motor Vehicles Act, 1988 where compensation is awarded by Motor Accident Claims Tribunal
1. Applicants responsible for causing the injury to themselves
Official Application & Website
Verify the latest eligibility, dates and instructions before applying.