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Losing a loved one in service to the nation is a profound sacrifice. The Madhya Pradesh government recognizes this and has a special scheme to honour the families of those who fell defending the country. It's a way to support them during a significant life event.

What Is This Scheme?

Known as the "Marriage Grant to Daughter/Sister of Personnel Killed/Disabled in War/Action/Terrorist Attack/Naxalite Attack/IS Duty," this initiative by the Home Department, Government of Madhya Pradesh, provides monetary aid. It's a gift to help with the wedding expenses of a daughter or sister of a brave soldier who died or was disabled while serving.

Who Can Benefit From This Scheme?

The primary beneficiaries are the daughters or sisters of our brave soldiers and officers. Specifically, it's for those who were permanent residents of Madhya Pradesh and whose lives were tragically cut short or permanently impacted due to their service in war, counter-terrorism operations, Naxalite attacks, or other internal security duties.

Why This Scheme Is Important

This scheme serves as a tangible expression of gratitude and support. By providing financial assistance for a daughter's or sister's wedding, the government aims to ease the burden on grieving families and acknowledge the ultimate sacrifice made by their kin for the country's safety.

Objective

This scheme from the Madhya Pradesh government offers a financial grant of ₹51,000 to support the marriage of daughters or sisters of personnel who lost their lives or were disabled during duty.

Benefits

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It will be mandatory for all units, who have availed subsidy to run the units at least for three years from the date of availing the subsidy.

Such units will submit a self-declaration on or before 15th of April every year regarding continuous operation of the unit.

On non-compliance regarding the closure of the unit, the investor shall have to return the subsidy amount as follows:

Closure of unit within 1 year from the date of receipt of subsidy: 80% amount of subsidy has to be refunded.

Closure of unit within 2 years from the date of receipt of subsidy: 60% amount of subsidy to be refunded.

Closure of unit within 3 years from the date of receipt of subsidy: 50% amount of subsidy to be refunded.

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Guidelines

Eligibility Criteria

The applicant must be the sister or daughter of a deceased or disabled officer or soldier.
The martyred officer or soldier must have been a permanent resident of Madhya Pradesh.
The personnel's death or disability must have occurred during wartime, military operations, a terrorist attack, a Naxalite attack, or while on internal security duty.

How To Apply

To avail this benefit, you need to submit an application along with all the required documents. The application process typically involves:

Gathering all the necessary documents as listed below.
Submitting the complete application form and documents to the District Sainik Welfare Officer of your district.
The District Sainik Welfare Officer will then recommend the case for further processing.

For any specific application forms or further details, it is advisable to contact your local District Sainik Welfare Office.

Documents Required

You will need to provide the following documents to support your application:

Identity Proof of the applicant.
Proof establishing the relationship with the martyred personnel (e.g., Birth Certificate, Family Tree, or a Legal Affidavit).
Domicile Certificate of the martyred officer or soldier, confirming they were a permanent resident of Madhya Pradesh.
Death Certificate of the martyred officer or soldier.
Battle Casualty Report or Daily Order Part-II issued by the relevant Defense Unit.
A Certificate of Posting in a Counter-Insurgency (CI) Grid or Operation Area, if applicable to the case.
Marriage Certificate or proof of marriage, such as an invitation card or a declaration.
Medical Report and Inquiry Report related to the death, if these are available and applicable.
A Self-Declaration Affidavit stating that you have not received a similar benefit for the same purpose from another source.
Bank Account Details of the applicant for receiving the grant.
A Recommendation Letter from the District Sainik Welfare Officer.

FAQ’s

What is the age limit to apply for this marriage grant?

The scheme primarily focuses on the relationship with the martyred personnel. There is no explicit age limit mentioned for the daughter or sister in the scheme details. However, the marriage itself must be a planned event for which the grant is intended.

If a soldier was disabled but not martyred, can his daughter or sister still get this grant?

Yes, the scheme explicitly covers personnel who were 'Disabled in War/Action/Terrorist Attack/Naxalite Attack/IS Duty', not just those who were martyred. So, if the personnel is disabled due to such duties, their daughter or sister may be eligible.

Does the applicant need to be a resident of Madhya Pradesh?

No, the applicant (daughter or sister) does not necessarily need to be a resident of Madhya Pradesh. However, the martyred or disabled personnel MUST be a permanent resident of Madhya Pradesh for the family to be eligible for this grant.

What is the last date to apply for this scheme?

The provided details do not specify a deadline for applying. It is best to check with the District Sainik Welfare Office or the relevant department of the Madhya Pradesh government for any application cut-off dates.

Can this grant be claimed for a remarriage?

The scheme is intended as a 'Marriage Grant' and typically applies to the first marriage of the daughter or sister. Details regarding remarriage eligibility are not specified, so it's advisable to confirm with the authorities.

Where can I get the application form and more information?

You can obtain the application form and detailed guidance by visiting or contacting your local District Sainik Welfare Office in Madhya Pradesh. They are the primary point of contact for this scheme.

Is the ₹51,000 given as a loan or a grant?

The ₹51,000 is provided as a 'Grant', which means it is financial assistance and does not need to be repaid by the beneficiary family.

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