The Indira Gandhi National Widow Pension Scheme is a social welfare program initiated by the Government of India to provide financial assistance to widows living below the poverty line.

Widows belonging to economically vulnerable households, often identified based on their Below Poverty Line (BPL) status, are eligible to receive benefits under this scheme.

The scheme provides a monthly pension to widows, helping them meet their basic needs and sustain their livelihoods after the loss of their spouse.

The amount of pension varies from state to state and is subject to revision by the respective state governments. Generally, it ranges from ₹600/- per month.

Widows can apply for the scheme through designated government offices or online portals by using this link https://socialsecurity.mp.gov.in/Home.aspx

1. Three photos of applicant. 2. Husband's death certificate. 3. B.P.L. card. 4. Certificate to confirm age.

Widow applicants of 40 to 79 age are eligible to receive pension benefits under this scheme.

Step 1: The Application in the prescribed application form in the rural area of ​​his native residence-Gram Panchayat / Janpad Panchayat, Nagar Panchayat / municipal council/ municipal corporation office in an urban area with three photographs, certificate for confirmation of age, Samagra ID and BPL card Or apply online through the nearest Loksewa Kendra. Step 02: Fill in all the mandatory fields of the application form, attach all the (self-attested) mandatory documents, and submit them to the designated receiving authority.

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