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To ensure financial and social security for the families of freedom fighters, the Government of India has initiated several schemes. These programs aim to provide monetary assistance to the eligible beneficiaries. One such initiative is the Swatantrata Sainik Samman Yojana, launched in 1972. This scheme specifically offers pensions to freedom fighters and their families.

In this article, we will delve into all the crucial details about the Swatantrata Sainik Samman Yojana, including eligibility, benefits, and application procedures. By reading through, you will gain comprehensive knowledge about this significant scheme. Let’s explore the key aspects of the Swatantrata Sainik Samman Yojana.

All the differences between the Agneepath Scheme and Sainik Samman Yojana will officially announced on 23rd June by Rajnath Singh.

About Swatantrata Sainik Samman Yojana 2024 :

Scheme Objective	To provide pensions to freedom fighters and their families.
Official Website	mha.gov.in
Initial Pension	– Freedom Fighters: Rs 200 per month – Families: Rs 100 to Rs 200 per month (based on family size and number of eligible dependents)
Eligibility	– Initially, only freedom fighters in need of financial assistance were eligible until 1980. – Post-1980, the scheme extended to all freedom fighters.
Pension Increase Post-1980	– Living Freedom Fighters: Pension increased from Rs 200 to Rs 300 per month. – Widows of Late Freedom Fighters: Pension increased from Rs 100 to Rs 200 per month. – Additional Benefit: Rs 50 per month for each unmarried daughter, maximum limit Rs 300 per month.

Duration of Pension :

Lifetime Pension : Pension is provided for the lifetime of the recipient.

Unmarried Daughter : Receives pension until marriage.

Heirs of Deceased Pensioners :

• Heirs are not automatically eligible.
• Must apply afresh with proof of the pensioner.
• Applications are considered according to the pension scheme terms.

Benefits under Sainik Samman Scheme :

Changes Brought in the Sainik Samman Scheme :

• 60% of Agni Veer soldiers will granted permanent status, including all technical post Agni Veer soldiers.
• The training period has been extended to 42 weeks, and the service period has been increased to 7 years.
• Job guarantee has been introduced post-service.
• Salary and the number of posts have been augmented.
• The leave entitlement has been extended from 30 days to 45 days.
• The retirement fund has been enhanced to Rs. 41 lakhs.
• A 15% relaxation will apply to all central vacancies.
• In case of death, Agniveer soldiers will recognized as martyrs, and their families will receive Rs. 75 lakhs in assistance from the central government.
• All soldiers recruited under the Sainik Samman Scheme will no longer referred to as Agni

Relaunched Agnipath :

This table summarizes the key differences between the Aganipath Scheme and the Sainik Samman Scheme in a clear format.

Difference Type	Aganipath Scheme	Sainik Samman Scheme
Duty Period	4 Years	7 Years
Total Income	22 Lakhs	41 Lakhs
After Death	50 Lakhs	75 Lakhs
Vacancy	2 / year	2 / year
Relaxation in Vacancy	10%	15%
Training Period	24 Weeks	42 Weeks (Not Applicable)
Apply Requirement	NOC	Apply
Holidays	30 Days	45 Days

Procedure To Apply Under Swatantrata Sainik Samman Yojana :

• Visit the office of the Freedom Fighter Division, Ministry of Home Affairs – mha.gov.in
• Request the application form from the office.
• Fill out the application form in the prescribed format.
• Attach all the required documents to the application form.
• Submit the completed form to the Chief Secretary of the state government or Union Territory administration concerned.

Eligibility Criteria of Swatantrata Sainik Samman Yojana :

• Imprisonment Before Independence : Minimum of 6 months imprisonment in mainland jail.
• Ex-INA Personnel : Eligible if imprisoned or detained outside India.
• Women and SC / ST Freedom Fighters : Minimum period of actual imprisonment is 3 months.
• Underground : Remained underground for more than 6 months due to an arrest warrant or detention order.
• Internment / Exile : Interned in home or externed from district for 6 months or more.
• Property Confiscation : Property confiscated, attached, and sold due to participation in the freedom struggle.
• Permanent Incapacitation : Suffered permanent incapacitation during firing or lathi charge.
• Loss of Livelihood : Lost job and means of livelihood due to participation in the national movement.
• Family of Martyr : Eligible for pension.

Required Documents To Apply Under Swatantrata Sainik Samman Yojana :

Category	Required Documents
Imprisonment / Detention	– Certificate from concerned Jail authorities, district magistrate, or the state government – In case of non-availability of detention certificate, co-prisoner certificate from sitting MP / MLA or Ex-MP / Ex-MLA specifying the jail period
Remained Underground	– Documentary evidence from court or government orders proclaiming the applicant as an offender or announcing an award on his head or for his arrest or ordering his detention – Certificate from veteran freedom fighters who have undergone imprisonment for 5 years or more if official records are not available
Internment or Externment	– Order of internment or any other corroboratory documentary evidence – Certificate from prominent freedom fighters who have undergone imprisonment for 5 years or more if official records are not available
Loss of Property or Job	– Orders of confiscation and sale of property – Orders of dismissal or removal from service

 

Eligible Dependents Under Swatantrata Sainik Samman Yojana :

• Mother
• Father
• Widower / Widow (if he or she has not remarried)
• Daughters

Note: Only one eligible dependent will granted a pension. The sequence of eligibility, if there is more than one dependent, is as follows : Widower / Widow, unmarried daughter, mother, and father.

 

Continuation Of Pension Till 2025-26 :

1. Approval : Prime Minister Narendra Modi has approved the continuation of Swatantrata Sainik Samman Yojana for the financial years 2021 – 22 to 2025 – 26.

2. Proposal Origin : Received from the Ministry of Home Affairs under Union Home Minister Amit Shah.

3. Significance : Decision taken during Azadi ka Amrit Mahotsav to honour the commitment to remembering the sacrifices of freedom fighters.

4. Budget Allocation : Rs 3274.87 crore allocated for the scheme’s implementation.

5. Beneficiaries : Currently, 23,566 beneficiaries across the country covered under the scheme.

6. Pension Adjustments :

• The government has periodically raised the pension amount.
• Dearness relief on the pension amount has been provided since 15 August 2016.

Official Website >> Sainik Samman Scheme >> mha.gov.in

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