Uttarakhand Welfare Schemes
‘Uttarakhand Welfare Schemes’ are run by the Government of Uttarakhand for the welfare of Scheduled Castes (SC), Scheduled Tribes (ST), Other Backward Classes (OBC), and Minority communities. These schemes are mainly operated by the Social Welfare Department of the state, while some are also run by the Central Government.
Important schemes include Gaura Devi Kanyadhan Yojana, Atal Awas Yojana, Jeevika Opportunity Promotion Scheme, Shilpi Gram Yojana, Minority Welfare Programs, scholarship schemes, housing schemes, training schemes, and loan facilities.
In this article, we will study all major Uttarakhand Welfare Schemes in detail.
SC / ST / OBC Welfare Program
Many welfare schemes for Scheduled Castes, Scheduled Tribes (ST), and Other Backward Classes are being run by the Social Welfare Department of Uttarakhand. Some schemes are also funded by the Central Government.
The major schemes are given below.
Gaura Devi Kanyadhan Yojana (SC)
This scheme has been running since 2009.
Under this scheme, ₹25,000 is given as Kanyadhan to girls belonging to BPL Scheduled Caste families who have passed their examination.
The amount is provided in the form of a National Savings Certificate.
Atal Awas Yojana (SC)
This scheme was started in 2009.
It provides financial help for housing construction to Scheduled Caste families.
- Annual income must be ₹32,000 or less
- ₹38,500 for hilly areas
- ₹35,000 for plain areas
Jeevika Opportunity Incentive Scheme (SC & ST)
Under this scheme, unemployed youth of Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes (ST) are given employment-oriented training in different occupations.
This scheme helps in self-employment and skill development.
Shilpi Gram Yojana (SC & ST)
This scheme supports villages related to traditional crafts.
Facilities provided:
- Training
- Tools
- Financial help
- Promotion of handicrafts
Uttarakhand Multipurpose Finance and Development Corporation
This corporation provides loans on easy terms for SC / ST development works.
Benefits include:
- Self-employment loans
- Business loans
- Skill development support
Kasturba Gandhi Balika Vidyalaya Scheme
Started in August 2004.
Objective:
To establish residential schools for girls in economically backward areas with high population of:
- SC
- ST
- OBC
- Minorities community
Other Welfare Programs
- Eklavya Model Residential Schools in Dehradun and Udham Singh Nagar
- Ashram system schools for SC / ST students
- Hostels for SC / ST girls
- Pre-Matric and Post-Matric scholarships
- Coaching for Civil Services preparation
- Marriage assistance ₹20,000 for poor SC families
- Medical assistance ₹2,000
- Laptop scheme for SC students studying medical / engineering
- Reservation in state services
- SC – 19%
- ST – 4%
- OBC – 14%
Minority Welfare Program in Uttarakhand
The Government of Uttarakhand runs many schemes for minority communities to improve their social, educational, and economic condition.
In April 2012, the Minority Welfare Directorate was established.
Under this department:
- Minority Commission
- State Haj Committee
- Madrasa Board
- Waqf Board
- Fifteen Point Program Committee
work together for minority welfare.
Minority Development Fund
Started in 2012.
Purpose:
Development of minority communities through financial support.
Maulana Azad Education Finance Foundation Scheme
Started in 2012-13.
Provides interest-free loans to minority youth for:
- Self-employment
- Higher education
- Study abroad
Minority Self Employment Scheme
Loans are provided to BPL minority families.
Minority communities include:
- Muslims
- Sikhs
- Christians
- Buddhists
- Parsis
- Jains
Livelihood Opportunity Incentive Scheme
Training programs are organized for:
- Skill development
- Employment
- Loan assistance
- Capacity development
Rahbar Scheme
Poor women aged 18-35 are given training for self-employment.
Arabic Persian Board
State-level board for recognition of madrassas.
At present, about 1285 madrassas are under this board.
Multi-Sectoral Development Plan
Implemented in minority dominated areas of:
- Haridwar
- Udham Singh Nagar
Focus areas:
- Education
- Drinking water
- Employment
- Poverty reduction
Haj House
Haj House has been constructed in the state for Muslim pilgrims.
Q1. Which department runs welfare schemes in Uttarakhand?
Social Welfare Department and Minority Welfare Department run most schemes.
It gives ₹25,000 to SC girls from BPL families.
It provides financial help for house construction for SC families.
It was formed in 2012 to run minority welfare schemes.
SC 19%, ST 4%, OBC 14%.
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