Organisation : Directorate of Religious Trust and Endowment (DHARMASVA)
Scheme Name : Sri Lanka’s Sita Temple Tour Scheme
Applicable For : Pilgrims traveling to the Sita Temple and Ashoka Vatika in Sri Lanka
Applicable State/UT : Madhya Pradesh
Website : https://dharmasva.mp.gov.in/schemes/view/MlJwREl3b1A5U2VwVEcvRDRRNnJOdz09
What is Sri Lanka’s Sita Temple Tour Scheme?
The scheme “Sri Lanka’s Sita Temple Tour” was started by the Religious Trusts and Endowments Department, Government of Madhya Pradesh. The objective of this scheme is to provide financial assistance to state pilgrims traveling to the Sita Temple and Ashoka Vatika in Sri Lanka, as well as the Angkor Wat Temple in Cambodia.
Related / Similar Facility : Kailash Mansarovar Yatra Scheme Madhya Pradesh
Benefits of Sri Lanka’s Sita Temple Tour Scheme
** Under this scheme, natives of Madhya Pradesh who complete visits to Sita Temple & Ashok Vatika in Sri Lanka, as well as Angkor Wat Temple in Cambodia, are eligible for reimbursement.
** Upon submission of the certificate detailing the actual expenses incurred, the State Government will reimburse 50% of the total expenses, up to a maximum of ₹30,000/-.
Eligibility of Sri Lanka’s Sita Temple Tour Scheme
** The applicant should be a native of Madhya Pradesh.
** The applicant should have completed a pilgrimage to the Sita Temple and Ashoka Vatika in Sri Lanka and the Angkor Wat Temple in Cambodia.
** The applicant should not be an income taxpayer.
** Each individual is eligible to receive financial assistance only once in their lifetime.
How To Apply For Sri Lanka’s Sita Temple Tour Scheme?
** Eligible pilgrims should apply for financial assistance using the prescribed form, along with certified records of their journey, to the District Collector, Madhya Pradesh within 60 days of completing their journey.
** The Collector’s office will disburse the grant amount after verifying the submitted records.
Download Application Form : https://www.statusin.in/uploads/pdf2024/71651-Form.pdf
Documents Required For Sri Lanka’s Sita Temple Tour Scheme
** Passport-size photograph
** Identity proof i.e. Aadhaar card
** Domicile certificate of Madhya Pradesh
** Photocopy of Passport
** Details/documents of expenditure incurred on the journey
** Certificate of completion of visit to Sita Temple & Ashoka Vatika in Sri Lanka and Angkor Wat Temple, Cambodia
** Bank passbook/bank account details
** Any other required documents
FAQ On Sri Lanka’s Sita Temple Tour Scheme
Frequently Asked Questions FAQ On Sri Lanka’s Sita Temple Tour Scheme
How is the financial assistance disbursed?
The District Collector’s office will disburse the grant amount after verifying the submitted records.
Is there a limit to the number of times I can receive assistance under this scheme?
Each individual is eligible for assistance only once in their lifetime.
Can I apply for financial assistance if I am a taxpayer?
No, income tax payers are not eligible for this scheme.