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The Haryana Government has launched a program aimed at assisting senior citizens who lack sufficient financial resources. This initiative primarily targets economically disadvantaged groups, including agricultural laborers, small-scale farmers, and rural craftsmen.
Over the years, the pension amount has been increased to counteract inflation and meet the rising needs of the populace. Starting from Rs 15 in 1966, the pension has reached Rs 3,000 per month as of January 1, 2024. This increase ensures a steady flow of funds for Haryana's elderly, enabling them to meet their needs adequately.
The eligibility criteria for the scheme is 60 years of age or above. He/She must be a resident of Haryana and the annual income from all sources along with the spouse should not exceed Rs 3,00,000.
It does not apply to individuals who are already receiving pensions from the government, local authorities, or organizations managed by the government. Additionally, it excludes income from provident funds, annuities, and other similar sources.
The application process involves logging in to the SARAL Portal and registering. Then, proceed under the "Apply for Services" menu followed by searching for "Old Age Samman Allowance," and clicking "Apply". This is followed by entering the CIDR, and then reviewing application details and confirming with SARAL ID for tracking. The last step is to download the file.