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RMEWF-Financial assistance for vocational training of widows of ESM

  • Background

    In the unfortunate event of the demise of husband in an accident or due to natural causes/disease, the widow is left neglected and financially handicapped. In such a case, it is the responsibility of the organization to step in and assist the widow to gain employment through vocational training. Depending on their educational level and aptitude, they may opt to undergo the requisite vocational training. Such a course may be pursued at any recognized vocational training institution run by RSB/ZSB, state like ITI or private training institutions of repute like NIIT etc. The scheme to provide financial assistance to widow of ESM upto the rank of havildar or equivalent was started in August 2023 with a onetime grant of Rs 50,000/-.

    Present Scheme

    The one time aid of upto Rs.50,000/- is payable on successful completion of said vocational training.

    Number of Beneficiaries and Amount Disbursed

    The number of beneficiaries and the amount disbursed during last three years under the above scheme is as under:-

    Financial Year No of beneficiaries Total Amount Disbursed in Rs
    2019-20 8 160000
    2020-21 7 140000
    2021-22 20 400000

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