The Indira Gandhi Pyari Behna Yojana is launched by the Department of Social Justice and Empowerment, Government of Himachal Pradesh, to recognize and support the important contribution of women, especially housewives, in maintaining family and cultural values. Under this scheme, eligible women receive a monthly financial assistance of ₹1500, thereby promoting self-reliance and respecting their social role.

What is the Pyari Behna Yojana?

Indira Gandhi Pyari Behna Sukh Samman Nidhi Yojana is a scheme that will provide this assistance amount. This will enable women to become financially independent and meet their daily needs. Chief Minister Sukhbinder Singh Sukhku announced this on Tuesday. Its other name is Indira Gandhi Pyari Behna Sukh Samriddhi Nidhi Yojana. Under this scheme, women between the ages of 18 and 69 in Himachal Pradesh get Rs 1500 every month. All those women who are not associated with the government in any way will get the benefit of this scheme.

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Objective of Pyari Behna Yojana

The primary objectives of the Indira Gandhi Pyari Behna Yojana are:

• To empower women economically by offering consistent financial aid.
• To recognize and honor the silent contributions of women in household management, cultural preservation, and community development.
• To uplift underprivileged and marginalized sections of women through targeted financial inclusion.

Overview of Indira Gandhi Pyari Behna Sukh Samman Nidhi Yojana

Name of the yojana	Indira Gandhi Pyari Behna Sukh Samman Nidhi Yojana
Article Name	Indira Gandhi Pyari Behna Yojana
Launched by	State government of Himachal Pradesh
Beneficiaries	Women
Objective	To provide financial help
Amount	1,500
Application mode	Offline
Official website	http://esomsa.hp.gov.in/?q=indira-gandhi-pyari-behna-sukh-samman-nidhi-yojna

Key Benefits of the Pyari Behna Yojana

• Monthly Financial Assistance: ₹1500 per eligible beneficiary.
• Recognition of Unpaid Labor: Acknowledges household and cultural work done by women.
• Enhanced Social Security: Complements existing pension and welfare schemes.
• Support for Marginalized Sections: Includes Buddhist nuns (Chomos) and domestic workers in its ambit.

Required Documents

Applicants must submit self-attested copies of the following:

• Age Proof (Birth Certificate/10th certificate, etc.)
• Himachali Bonafide Certificate
• Photocopy of Aadhaar Card
• Photocopy of Ration Card
• Bank Passbook or Post Office Account Number
• Certificate for Buddhist Nuns, if applicable
• Disability Certificate, if applicable.

Eligibility Criteria for Indira Gandhi Pyari Behna Yojana

To be eligible for the scheme, the applicant must fulfill the following conditions:

• Only women applicants are eligible for this scheme.
• Women aged between 18 to 59 years.
• Applicant women must be permanent resident of Himachal Pradesh
• Exclusion Categories: The applicant or her family members must not be:
  • Employed in any Central or State Government position, including:
    • Contractual, outsourced, daily-wage, part-time jobs.
    • Serving/retired military personnel and their widows.
    • Pensioners of public or private undertakings.
  • Employed as:
    • Anganwadi workers/helpers, Asha workers, Mid-Day Meal workers, Multi-task workers.
    • Employees of Panchayati Raj Institutions or Urban Local Bodies.
  • Registered GST taxpayers or income tax payers.
  • Recipients of other Social Security Pensions.
• Special Clause for Buddhist Nuns: Buddhist nuns permanently residing in monasteries are eligible, provided they possess valid certification.

To ensure the benefits reach the right segment, the government has clearly defined the eligibility criteria:

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Offline Application Process for Indira Gandhi Pyari Behna Yojana

• The applicant must go to the District or Tehsil Welfare Office during working hours.
• Collect the official application form from the designated issuing staff.
• Fill out the form with accurate details and attach the self-attested copies of mandatory documents.
• Submit the completed form at the same Tehsil welfare office.
• Ask for an acknowledgment receipt with the submission date and unique ID number.

Recent Developments and Disbursements in Pangi Valley

During the 78th Himachal Day celebrations at Killar in Pangi Valley, Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu released an instalment of ₹4500 (covering April to June 2025) to 1,926 women beneficiaries under the scheme. The total amount disbursed was ₹86.67 lakh.

This event marks a significant milestone, reinforcing the state’s commitment to inclusive development in remote tribal regions. CM Sukhu assured that remaining eligible women in the Pangi region would also receive their benefits upon completing verification formalities.

Extension of Benefits to New Categories

In a forward-thinking move, CM Sukhu announced the extension of scheme coverage to:

• Women turning 21 between January 1, 2025, and March 31, 2026.
• Women working as domestic helpers, thus recognizing informal labor contributions.

These decisions highlight the government’s dynamic approach to adaptive policy-making.

Additional Announcements from Himachal Day 2025

The Himachal Day event wasn’t limited to welfare disbursement. The Chief Minister unveiled several developmental measures for the Pangi Valley:

• First Natural Farming Sub-Division: Pangi to receive ₹5 crore as a revolving fund for natural farming.
• MSP for Barley: ₹60/kg minimum support price for naturally grown barley.
• Milk Processing Plant: A facility with 10,000-litre capacity to be established.
• Home Stay Promotion: 50% waiver on registration fees.
• Infrastructure Boost: ₹1.5 crore allocated for road connectivity.
• Power Supply Enhancement: ₹62 crore for 11KV and 33KV lines.
• Transport Facility Upgrade: 20 new bus permits, 40% bus purchase subsidy, 4-month road tax exemption.
• Educational and Health Institutions:
  • A Rajiv Gandhi Day Boarding School.
  • Upgrading Civil Hospital Killar into Adarsh Swasthya Sansthan.

Fund Disbursement and Monitoring Mechanism

• Approval Authorities: Deputy Commissioner and Resident Commissioner.
• Fund Disbursal: Based on verified beneficiary list prepared by Tehsil Welfare Officer.
• Inspection Frequency:
  • 10% by District Welfare Officer.
  • 25% by Tehsil Welfare Officer.
• Closure of Ineligible Cases: Approved by competent authority and communicated to the beneficiary.
• Handling Complaints: Complaints result in temporary suspension and thorough investigation.
• Audit: Conducted by the Accountant General (Accounts), Himachal Pradesh.

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Important Link

Indira Gandhi Pyari Behna Sukh Samman Nidhi Yojana Official Notification

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