Sarkari Yojana

Mata Shabri Mahila Sashktikaran Yojana

Himachal Pradesh
Quick Summary: Himachal Pradesh's Mata Shabri Mahila Sashktikaran Yojana gives BPL women from SC and ST families a subsidy of up to ₹1,300/-, covering 50% of the cost of an LPG connection and stove.

About Mata Shabri Mahila Sashktikaran Yojana

The Social Justice and Empowerment Department, Government of Himachal Pradesh, launched the “Mata Shabri Mahila Sashktikaran Yojana”. It gives grants to women from Scheduled Caste or Scheduled Tribe families below the poverty line, sparing them chores such as gathering firewood for household use and helping to protect the environment.

Scheme Overview

Government Level

State Government

Eligible Entity

Individual

Launch / Open Date

30 Nov 2011

Scheme Details

Eligibility

Eligibility Requirements

To qualify for Mata Shabri Mahila Sashktikaran Yojana, applicants must satisfy the following conditions:

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Only women can apply

Only women can apply.

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The applicant has to be in the Below…

The applicant has to be in the Below Poverty Line (BPL) category.

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Her family must be a Scheduled Caste or…

Her family must be a Scheduled Caste or Scheduled Tribe family.

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Family income cannot be more than ₹35,000/-

Family income cannot be more than ₹35,000/-.

Applicants must meet all of the above conditions to be considered eligible for this scheme.
Benefits

Benefits Provided

Mata Shabri Mahila Sashktikaran Yojana provides the following benefits to eligible applicants:

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Subsidy:

Women can get a subsidy of up to ₹1,300/-.

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Note:

This represents 50% of the overall cost of buying an LPG connection and stove.

Benefit amounts and conditions may vary by category — refer to the official scheme guidelines for exact figures applicable to your case.
Documents Required

Documents Required

Applicants should keep the following documents ready before starting the application:

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A photograph of passport size

A photograph of passport size.

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Certificate of caste

Certificate of caste.

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Certificate of BPL status

Certificate of BPL status.

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An income certificate from the competent authority

An income certificate from the competent authority.

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The bank passbook

The bank passbook.

Ensure all documents are valid and, where required, duly attested before submitting your application.
Important Dates

2011-11-30

How to Apply

Offline Application

Applicants can apply for Mata Shabri Mahila Sashktikaran Yojana through the offline application process outlined below.

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Download the application form "Form-1"

Download the application form "Form-1".

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Complete the mandatory fields and enclose copies of…

Complete the mandatory fields and enclose copies of the mandatory documents (self-attested, if required).

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Hand over the filled and signed form with…

Hand over the filled and signed form with the documents to the Child Development Project Officer (CDPO).

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Collect a receipt or acknowledgment from the Child…

Collect a receipt or acknowledgment from the Child Development Project Officer, checking that it states the date and time of submission and a unique identification number (if applicable).

Ensure all required documents are ready before starting the application process.

Official Application & Website

Verify the latest eligibility, dates and instructions before applying.

Official Sources & References