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In Uttarakhand, the 'Yuvak Mangal Dal and Mahila Mangal Dal Swavalamban Yojana' is designed to empower local youth. Launched by the Department of Youth Welfare and PRD, this initiative provides crucial financial backing to male and female youth groups, known as Mangal Dals, right at the village level.

What is the Yuvak & Mahila Mangal Dal Swavalamban Yojana?

This scheme is all about making youth groups in villages more self-reliant. It gives them a financial boost to purchase essential items they need for their activities. The goal is to help these Mangal Dals stand on their own feet and actively contribute to their communities through various projects.

Who is this scheme for?

The beneficiaries of this scheme are registered Yuvak Mangal Dals (youth groups) and Mahila Mangal Dals (women's groups) that are officially recognized and linked with the Department of Youth Welfare and PRD in Uttarakhand.

Why is this scheme important?

By providing financial support, the scheme aims to strengthen the capacity of village-level youth organizations. This allows them to procure necessary resources, undertake productive activities, and foster a sense of independence and community responsibility. It's a step towards building stronger, more self-sufficient rural communities.

Objective

This Uttarakhand government scheme supports village youth groups (Mangal Dals) with funds to buy necessary materials, helping them become self-sufficient and carry out community work.

Benefits

Unit cost of construction:₹1,00,000/- per tank.
For General category farmers:50% subsidy, up to ₹50,000/-.
For SC/ST farmers:75% subsidy, up to ₹75,000/-.

Sources and references

Guidelines (Scheme No. 73)

Who Can Apply?

Your group must be a recognized Yuvak Mangal Dal or Mahila Mangal Dal.
The group needs to be officially affiliated with the Department of Youth Welfare and PRD, Government of Uttarakhand.

How to Apply

First, get your proposal approved by the Gram Sabha.
Submit this approved proposal to the PRD office.
The final approval will be given by a committee chaired by the Chief Development Officer.
Once approved, the financial aid will be directly transferred to the group's official bank account.

For further details or submission, please contact your local PRD office.

Documents You'll Need

Aadhaar Card for every member of the group.
Permanent Residence Certificate for every member of the group.
Bank Account details for the group.

FAQ’s

How much money can my group receive?

Eligible groups will receive financial assistance of ₹14,268. This amount is for buying essential items to help your group become self-reliant.

Can individuals apply for this scheme?

No, this scheme is exclusively for registered groups. Only Yuvak Mangal Dals and Mahila Mangal Dals that are officially affiliated with the Youth Welfare & PRD Department can apply.

What is the process for submitting a proposal?

After getting the Gram Sabha's approval for your proposal, you need to submit it to the PRD office. This is the official channel for your application.

Who makes the final decision on the proposals?

A special committee, headed by the Chief Development Officer, reviews and approves the submitted proposals.

How will the money be given to the group?

The financial aid will be directly credited to the official bank account of your group once the application is approved.

Which groups are eligible to apply?

Only Yuvak Mangal Dals and Mahila Mangal Dals that are officially recognized and connected with the Department of Youth Welfare and PRD in Uttarakhand are eligible.

What are the required documents for the application?

You will need the Aadhaar Cards and Permanent Residence Certificates of all group members, along with the group's bank account details. An approved Gram Sabha proposal is also necessary.