The Mukhyamantri Vayoshri Yojana is a welfare scheme launched by the Government of Maharashtra to support senior citizens aged 65 years and above. The scheme is designed to help elderly residents maintain their independence and manage age-related health issues.
Key Benefits
- Financial Assistance: A one-time financial aid of ₹3,000 is provided directly to the beneficiary’s bank account.
- Purpose: The funds are intended to help seniors purchase essential medical and physical aids such as:
- Spectacles (glasses)
- Hearing aids
- Wheelchairs or folding walkers
- Commode chairs
- Walking sticks/Tripods
- Knee braces or cervical collars.
Eligibility Criteria
- Age: Applicant must be 65 years or older.
- Residency: Must be a permanent resident of Maharashtra.
- Income Status: Generally targeted at senior citizens from Below Poverty Line (BPL) or low-income families.
Required Documents
To apply, you will typically need the following:
- Aadhaar Card (must be linked to your bank account).
- Proof of Age (Birth certificate, school leaving certificate, or Voter ID).
- Income Certificate (issued by the Tehsildar).
- Bank Passbook (Xerox copy showing the IFSC code).
- Passport-size Photographs.
- Self-Declaration (stating you haven’t received similar benefits from other schemes)
How to Apply
- Offline: You can submit your application at the Social Welfare Department (Samaj Kalyan Vibhag) at the district or taluka level, or visit your local Tehsildar Office.
- Online: Applications can often be processed through the Aaple Sarkar portal via authorized CSC (Common Service Centers).