Organisation : Jammu & Kashmir Department of Social Welfare
Facility Name : Nari Niketans Scheme
Applicable For : Deserted /Destitute Ladies/ Widows
Applicable State/UT : Jammu & Kashmir
Website : https://jkdswdj.jk.gov.in/schemes.html
What is Nari Niketans Scheme?
The “Nari Niketans” were established in 1976 by the Social Welfare Department, Govt. of Jammu and Kashmir wherein deserted /destitute ladies/ widows having no means of livelihood are given admissions. There are seven Nari Niketan in Jammu & Kashmir, i.e. in Jammu, Udhampur, Kathua, Doda, Rajouri, and two Nari Niketans in Poonch, with a total intake capacity of 280. The inmate shall remain in the institution till they are rehabilitated/get married/covered under any schemes for employment and self-employment.
Related / Similar Scheme : Jammu & Kashmir Integrated Sheep Development Scheme
Benefits of Nari Niketans Scheme
** The inmates are provided care and protection in the institutions.
** Besides food, shelter, bedding & clothing are also provided.
** For school-going destitute girls free education is provided in addition to other facilities.
** The children accompanying the mothers will be entitled to admission subject to the condition that male children after they attain the age of 8 years shall be transferred to Bal Ashrams.
** The inmate shall remain in the institution till they are rehabilitated/get married/ covered under any schemes for employment and self-employment.
Eligibility of Nari Niketans Scheme
** The applicant should be a citizen of India.
** The applicant should be a domicile / permanent resident of the state of Jammu & Kashmir.
** The applicant should be a Female.
** The applicant should be deserted /destitute / widow.
** The applicant should not have any means of livelihood.
** The children accompanying the mothers will also be entitled to admission subject to the condition that male children after they attain the age of 8 years shall be transferred to Bal Ashrams.
How To Apply For Nari Niketans Scheme?
To apply for Nari Niketans Scheme, Follow the below steps
Steps:
Step-1: Visit the District Social Welfare Office, and request a hard copy of the format of the application form for the scheme from the concerned authority.
Step-2: In the application form, fill in all the mandatory fields, paste the passport-sized photograph (signed across), and attach all the (self-attested) mandatory documents.
Step-3: Submit the duly filled and signed application form along with the documents to the District Social Welfare Officer.
Step-4: Acquire the receipt/acknowledgment of the successful submission of the application form from the District Social Welfare Office.
Documents Required For Nari Niketans Scheme
** 3 Passport-Sized Photograph (Signed Across).
** Residential Certificate / Domicile Certificate of the State/UT of Jammu & Kashmir.
** Proof of Identity.
** Aadhaar Card.
** Death Certificate of the Husband (in case the applicant is a widow).
** Details of the Bank Account (Bank Name, Branch Name, Address, IFSC, etc) of Self or of the Guardian.
** Any other document required by the District Social Welfare Office.
** Proof of Age of the Child (Birth Certificate) (in case of children accompanying the mothers).
FAQ On Nari Niketans Scheme
Frequently Asked Questions FAQ On Nari Niketans Scheme
How Many Nari Niketans Are There In Jammu & Kashmir?
There are seven Nari Niketan in Jammu & Kashmir, i.e. in Jammu, Udhampur, Kathua, Doda, Rajouri, and two Nari Niketans in Poonch.
What Basic Facilities Are Provided To The Inmates?
The inmates are provided care and protection in the institutions. Besides food, shelter, bedding & clothing are also provided.
Can Old-Age Women Also Apply To This Scheme?
There are no criteria with respect to the age of the applicant. The old-age women can therefore apply to this scheme.
Where Can I Find The Format Of The Application Form? Is It Available Online?
You need to visit the District Social Welfare Office and request a hard copy of the format of the application form for the scheme from the concerned authority.