Lakshmir Bhandar: eligibility, documents and how to apply for it
Who can apply for Lakshmir Bhandar
- Women aged 25 to 60 who are permanent residents of West Bengal.
- Enrolled in the Swasthya Sathi health scheme.
- Not a permanent government employee and not receiving a regular government pension.
- At 60 the benefit moves to the State's old age pension.
Documents required for Lakshmir Bhandar
- Swasthya Sathi card number
- Aadhaar
- Aadhaar-linked bank account
- SC / ST certificate, if any
- Photo
How to apply for Lakshmir Bhandar, step by step
- Collect the free application form at a Duare Sarkar camp, or check socialsecurity.wb.gov.in for online application.
- Fill it in with the details listed above.
- Submit it at the camp. The Block or municipal office verifies it.
- The monthly amount is paid by direct benefit transfer, at a higher rate for SC and ST women.
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