Uttarakhand disburses ₹146 Cr in July pensions to 9.87 lakh beneficiaries

Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami recently disbursed over Rs 146 crore in July pension payments. These funds reached approximately 9.87 lakh beneficiaries across various social welfare schemes, ensuring timely financial assistance.

These payments were made through the Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) system, a method designed for efficiency and transparency. This means beneficiaries receive their entitlements directly, removing the need to visit government offices for collection.

Breaking Down the July Disbursements

Here’s how the significant July installment was distributed across different groups:

• Rs 92.34 crore went to 6.16 lakh old-age pensioners.
• Rs 35.54 crore was allocated to 2.36 lakh widow pension beneficiaries.
• Rs 13.36 crore supported 89,128 disability pension beneficiaries.

Other Key Pension Categories Supported

The July payments also reached several other important pension categories:

• Kisan pension
• Abandoned women pension
• Maintenance grant
• Tilu Rauteli pension
• Dwarf pension

Chief Minister Dhami stated that ensuring vulnerable sections of society receive their entitlements on time and without unnecessary hassle is a top priority for the state government. This commitment helps ensure that financial support reaches those who need it most, efficiently.

Additional National Programme Coverage

Social Welfare Minister Khajan Das added that around 2.15 lakh additional pensioners received their July installments through the SNA Sparsh system. These beneficiaries are part of the Ministry of Rural Development’s National Social Assistance Programme, covering multiple pension and assistance categories.

This widespread disbursement highlights the government’s ongoing efforts to streamline welfare delivery. For you, it means a more reliable and direct path to financial support when you need it.