About this social welfare scheme
The scheme aims to provide monthly financial assistance of Rs. 1,500/- to abandoned ladies & destitute women in the UT. The scheme covers women who have been divorced or abandoned by their husband or relatives, have not remarried, & are without any source of income or have only a nominal income.
The scheme "Union Territory of Lakshadweep Pension Scheme for Abandoned Ladies/Destitute" was introduced by the Social Welfare & Tribal Affairs Department, Union Territory of Lakshadweep, aims to provide monthly financial assistance to abandoned ladies and destitute women in the UT. The scheme covers women who have been divorced or abandoned by their husband or relatives, have not remarried, and are without any source of income or have only a nominal income. The District Panchayat and Village (Dweep) Panchayats (VDPs) of the Union Territory of Lakshadweep implement the scheme to ensure smooth processing and disbursement. The pension amount is directly transferred to the beneficiary’s bank account.
Benefits at a glance
| Scheme name | Union Territory of Lakshadweep Pension Scheme for Abandoned Ladies/Destitute (UTLPSSLD) |
|---|---|
| Launched by | Social Welfare and Tribal Affairs Department, Lakshadweep |
| Benefit type | Cash (money paid to your bank account) |
| Category | Social welfare |
| Level / State | State · Lakshadweep |
| Official portal | lakshadweep.gov.in (link at the end of this page) |
Key facts
| Implementing agency | District Panchayat And Village (Dweep) Panchayats |
|---|---|
| Scheme for | Individual |
| Application mode | Offline |
| Last date | Ongoing (no last date notified) |
| DBT (direct bank transfer) | Yes |
| Family income limit | Up to Rs. 18,000 per year |
Who can apply (quick check)
- 👤Female
- 🎂Age 18 to 60 years
- 💰Income Rs. 18,000 tak
- 💍Divorced / Separated
- 🆘Economic distress
- 📝Offline
Quick check from official data. Full conditions are in the Eligibility section.
What you receive
Financial Assistance:
- Eligible beneficiaries receive a pension of Rs. 1,500 per month (Rs. 18,000 per annum).
Mode of Disbursement:
- The pension is disbursed directly to the beneficiary’s bank account.
Frequency of Disbursement
- The amount is provided monthly.
Who qualifies
- The applicant should be a permanent resident of the Union Territory of Lakshadweep.
- The applicant should be a divorced, abandoned, or destitute woman.
- The applicant should not have remarried after separation or abandonment.
- The applicant should either have no source of income or a nominal income not exceeding Rs. 1,500/- per month (Rs. 18,000/- per annum).
- The applicant should not be a beneficiary of any other similar pension scheme provided by the government.
Who is not eligible
- Women who have remarried after divorce or abandonment are not eligible.
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Registration walkthrough
Offline
Application Process:
Step 1: The eligible applicants may collect the application form from the nearest Village (Dweep) Panchayat office.
Step 2: Carefully fill out the application form and attach all supporting documents.
Step 3: Submit the completed application form along with the required documents to the Executive Officer at the Village (Dweep) Panchayat office.
Post-Application Process:
Step 1: The application is verified by the members of the Evaluation Committee of the respective Village (Dweep) Panchayat.
Step 2: After successful verification, the application is forwarded to the Chief Executive Officer, District Panchayat (HQ), Kavaratti, for further processing.
Step 3: The forwarded application undergoes re-verification by District Panchayat officials.
Step 4: Upon successful re-verification at the District Panchayat level, the list of eligible pensioners is prepared through the Public Financial Management System (PFMS) and submitted to the Social Welfare & Tribal Affairs Department for payment processing.
Step 5: Payments are made through the Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) mode, money is paid through Aadhaar-linked bank accounts.
Frequently asked questions
Can a remarried woman avail of this scheme?
No.
Will the pension be transferred directly to the bank account?
Yes.
What happens if the applicant’s financial condition improves after receiving the pension?
If the applicant’s income exceeds as per prescribed limit, she may no longer be eligible for the scheme.
Is the pension scheme available for women who have separated but not legally divorced?
No.
What if the applicant moves out of Lakshadweep after receiving the pension?
The scheme is for permanent residents of Lakshadweep.
Will the pension continue if the applicant later secures a job?
If the income crosses the prescribed limit, the applicant may become ineligible for further benefits.
What is the frequency of pension disbursement?
The provided details confirm that the pension is given monthly.
What happens if an applicant provides false information?
Providing false information could lead to disqualification under the scheme.
How can I apply for the scheme?
Applicants need to collect the application form from the nearest Village (Dweep) Panchayat office and submit it along with the required documents.
Where can an applicant get more information or assistance?
Applicants can visit the nearest Village (Dweep) Panchayat office for guidance on the scheme and application process.
Submit your application yourself on the official portal; it costs nothing. Treat anyone demanding money to "get you approved" as a scam.
- Guideline cdn.s3waas.gov.in (PDF)
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