West Bengal Purohits Bhata Scheme - Summary
West Bengal State Government has introduced the ‘West Bengal Purohits Bhata Scheme’ to provide crucial help to Purohits and priests from various communities, such as Christians, Jains, Buddhists, and Parsis. This Scheme is designed to support these religious leaders while acknowledging their important roles in society and understanding their current financial challenges.
Purohits and priests serve as community leaders, significantly contributing to various developmental and welfare initiatives, like literacy campaigns and public health awareness programs. Unfortunately, many are currently facing financial difficulties, hindering their ability to serve their communities effectively.
Key Features of the West Bengal Purohits Bhata Scheme
Components of the Scheme
- The Scheme: The ‘West Bengal Purohits Bhata Scheme’ comprises two main components:
- Monthly Financial Assistance of Rs 1,000/- for underprivileged Purohits and priests from communities including Christians, Jains, Buddhists, and Parsis.
- A Housing Scheme to provide financial aid for impoverished Purohits and priests from similar communities.
- Coverage:
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- All economically challenged Purohits and priests from communities such as Christians, Jains, Buddhists, and Parsis in the state qualify for this scheme.
- Housing: A grant of Rs. 1,20,000/- will be offered to each eligible Purohit or priest for constructing a home.
Eligibility Criteria
- The applicant must be a resident of West Bengal at the time of application.
- The applicant should not be registered in any other social security pension scheme or receive a government pension from any organization.
- To be eligible for the housing grant, the applicant must not own a permanent home but should have a piece of land in their name. If the applicant lacks land, the State Government will assist in allocating land for housing support.
For more details, you can download the West Bengal Purohits Bhata Scheme PDF using the link given below.
Also Check – Purohit Vata Application Form West Bengal