About this social welfare scheme
The scheme “The Andaman & Nicobar Islands Allowance to Destitute Women Scheme” is implemented by the Directorate of Social Welfare, Union Territory of Andaman and Nicobar Islands to provide financial assistance to the poorest and destitute women in the Andaman and Nicobar Islands.
The scheme “The Andaman & Nicobar Islands Allowance to Destitute Women Scheme” is implemented by the Directorate of Social Welfare, Union Territory of Andaman and Nicobar Islands to provide financial assistance to the poorest and destitute women in the Andaman and Nicobar Islands.
Benefits at a glance
| Scheme name | The Andaman & Nicobar Islands Allowance to Destitute Women Scheme (ANIADWS) |
|---|---|
| Launched by | Social Welfare Department |
| Benefit type | Cash (money paid to your bank account) |
| Category | Social welfare |
| Level / State | State · Andaman and Nicobar Islands |
| Official portal | andssw1.and.nic.in |
Key facts
| Implementing agency | Directorate Of Social Welfare, Union Territory Of Andaman And Nicobar Islands |
|---|---|
| Scheme for | Individual |
| Application mode | Offline |
| Last date | Not given in the official listing |
| DBT (direct bank transfer) | No |
| Family income limit | Up to Rs. 48,000 per year |
Who can apply (quick check)
- 👤Female
- 🎂Age 10+ years
- 💰Income up to Rs. 48,000
- 🆘Economic distress
- 📝Offline
Quick check from official data. Full conditions are in the Eligibility section.
What you receive
- The quantum of Allowance to Destitute Women shall be Rs. 2500/- per month subject to eligibility.
- Payment of allowance shall be made through Bank Account on a monthly basis.
Who qualifies
- The applicant should be a permanent resident of the Union Territory of Andaman and Nicobar Islands or have resided in the Union Territory of Andaman and Nicobar Islands for more than 10 years at the time of making the application.
- The applicant should be a poor and destitute woman.
- The household income of the applicant does not exceed Rs. 4000/- per month.
- The applicant should not be availing of any kind of assistance or pension from the government.
Papers to keep ready
1. Passport-size photograph
2. Identity proof i.e. Aadhaar Card
3. Local certificate/ domicile certificate
4. Category/community certificate, if applicable
5. Bank account details/Copy of passbook
6. Proof of income issued by the competent authority
7. Any other document as required
Registration walkthrough
Offline
Step 01: The application form shall be available free of cost at the Directorate of Social Welfare, Port Blair and the sub-divisional offices of Child Development Project Officers (CDPOs). Also, the application form can be downloaded from the official website.
Step 02: The completely filled application form along with all the relevant documents shall be submitted in the offices of the concerned Child Development Project Officer.
Note 01: The beneficiary shall be required to inform the Director of Social Welfare about the change of address/employment status immediately i.e. within 15 days, if any.
Note 02: In case of failure to inform within 15 days the Director of Social Welfare, shall after due enquiry recover the allowance paid through the Revenue Authorities as arrears of land revenue.
Frequently asked questions
How much financial assistance does the scheme provide?
The scheme provides a monthly allowance of Rs. 2500/- per month to eligible beneficiaries.
How is the allowance disbursed?
How is the allowance disbursed?
Who is eligible to apply for the Scheme?
To be eligible for the scheme, the woman applicant must either be a permanent resident of the Union Territory of Andaman and Nicobar Islands or have resided there for more than 10 years at the time of application.
How is the income eligibility determined for this scheme?
The household income of the applicant should not exceed Rs. 4000/- per month to meet the eligibility criteria.
Can applicants receiving government assistance or pension still apply for the scheme?
No, applicants who are currently availing any form of government assistance or pension are not eligible for this scheme.
Where can one obtain the application form for this scheme?
The application form is available free of cost at the Directorate of Social Welfare, Port Blair, and the sub-divisional offices of Child Development Project Officers (CDPOs). Additionally, it can be downloaded from the official website.
Who should the application be submitted to?
The application form, along with the required documents, should be submitted to the offices of the concerned Child Development Project Officer.
The application form, along with the required documents, should be submitted to the offices of the concerned Child Development Project Officer.
A beneficiary is required to inform the Director of Social Welfare about any change of address or employment status within 15 days of the change.
What happens if a beneficiary fails to inform about a change of address or employment status within the stipulated time?
Failure to inform about changes within 15 days will result in an inquiry by the Director of Social Welfare, and if necessary, the recovery of the allowance paid as arrears of land revenue.
Is there any fee for obtaining the application form?
No, the application form is available free of cost.
Submit your application yourself on the official portal; it costs nothing. Treat anyone demanding money to "get you approved" as a scam.
- Official Website andssw1.and.nic.in
- Notification andssw1.and.nic.in (PDF)
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