Integrated Social Security Scheme: Pension for Women in Distress

Integrated Social Security Scheme: Pension for Women in Distress (महिलाओं के लिए पेंशन योजना)

The Integrated Social Security Scheme aims to provide financial relief to women in distress across the Union Territory of Ladakh. This initiative, governed by the Social and Tribal Welfare Department, offers monetary assistance to support destitute widows, divorced, or deserted women who lack a stable source of income.

Overview of the Scheme

The “Pension for Women in Distress” is a vital segment of the Integrated Social Security Scheme (IGSSS), which is executed by the Social and Tribal Welfare Department of Ladakh. This scheme extends a monthly financial aid of ₹1,000 to eligible women facing severe economic hardships, specifically targeting those who are widowed, divorced, or abandoned.

Key Benefits

• Monthly Financial Assistance: Each beneficiary receives a pension amounting to ₹1,000.

Eligibility Requirements

To qualify for the pension under this scheme, applicants must meet the following criteria:

• The applicant must be a permanent resident of the Union Territory of Ladakh.
• The applicant should be a distressed woman, including widows, divorced, or deserted individuals.
• The applicant must belong to the Below Poverty Line (BPL) category.
• Applicants should be aged between 40 and 79 years.
• The applicant must not have any source of income.

Application Procedure

Individuals can apply for the pension both online and offline. Here’s how:

Online Application Process

1. Initial Registration:
   • Visit the Ladakh E-Seva Platform and find the “Go Live Services” section.
   • Select the ISSS scheme located under the ‘Social Welfare’ category.
   • Click on the ‘Registration’ tab on the top right of the page.
   • Follow the instructions provided and accurately fill out all required fields. Upload a passport-sized photo (JPG format) with a clear background, ensuring the file size is below 50 kB.
   • After successful registration, note down your User ID and Password for future access.
2. Login to Apply:
   • Return to the Ladakh E-Seva Platform and navigate to “Go Live Services.”
   • Log in using your User ID and Password, select “Citizen” as your User Role, input the Captcha, and click “Submit.”
   • Once logged in, click on the “E-services” menu on the left.
   • Select the “Department of Social & Tribal Welfare” and find ‘Pension for Women in Distress’ under the “Integrated Social Security Scheme.”
   • Complete the application form accurately and upload the necessary documents before clicking “Submit.”

Offline Application Process

1. Visit the office of the relevant Tehsil Social Welfare Officer (TSWO) and collect the application form at no charge.
2. Fill out the form with accurate and clear information.
3. Attach all required documents (self-attested if necessary) with the application.
4. Submit your application to the TSWO and request a receipt confirming your submission.

Post-Application Process

The TSWO will compile a list of eligible applicants and forward it to the District Social Welfare Officer for fund allocation and sanctioning by the designated District level Sanctioning Committee, led by the Director of the Social Welfare Department, UT Ladakh.

Contact Information

If the pension is not received by the 8th of every month, beneficiaries should file a complaint either via email or in person at the following address:

Email: directorsocialwelfareladakh@gmail.com

Address:
Directorate of Social and Tribal Welfare,
Ground Floor, Council Secretariat,
Kurbathang, Kargil-194103.

Official Source

For more information, visit myScheme.gov.in.