- The Rajasthan government has started a scheme for its residents wishing to go on the Sindhu Darshan pilgrimage.
- The scheme announced is called as “Sindhu Darshan Tirth Yatra Yojana”.
- The Sindhu Darshan festival is usually held every year in the month of June on the auspicious occasion of Guru Purnima at Leh Ladakh.
- A large number of pilgrims from far and wide including Rajasthan often visit this yatra to participate in it.
- The Rajasthan government started this initiative to provide assistance to these pilgrims.
- Under the Scheme, the beneficiaries who have completed the pilgrimage will receive a grant of 50% of the total expense incurred during the journey.
- It means, a beneficiary can avail maximum of Rs 10,000/- under the Sindhu Darshan Tirth Yatra Yojana.
- Benefits of the scheme will be provided once the beneficiary has completed their pilgrimage.
- The scheme is also known by other names such as “Rajasthan Sindhu Darshan Tirth Yatra Scheme” or “Sindhu Darshan Yatra Yojana” or “Sindhu Darshan Tirthyatra Yojana”.
Scheme Benefits
- Beneficiaries will receive 50% or maximum 10,000/- reimbursement of expenses during the journey.
- The grant amount will be credited to the applicants bank account through DBT mode.
- A maximum of 200 people will receive the scheme’s benefits.
- If the number of applications exceeds 200, applicants will be shortlisted through the lottery system.
Eligibility Requirement
- Applicants must be domiciled residents of Rajasthan.
- The minimum age of the applicants should be 21 years. (as of 1 April 2024)
Ineligibility Requirement
- Applicants in any of the categories listed below are not entitle to receive benefits under the Sindhu Darshan Tirth Yatra Yojana : –
- If anyone earn a livelihood through begging.
- If beneficiary is a tax payer.
- Employees or retired pensioners of the central or state government.
Required Documents
- Domicile Certificate of Rajasthan.
- Janaadhaar Card.
- Proof of expenses during the journey.
- Travel Certificate, verified by a registered trust or constituted committee of a government department/society located in Ladakh.
- Applicants photograph clicked at the Sindh Ghat on Singh River.
- Photocopy of the inner line permit issued by the officials at Khardungla Paas.
- Bank Passbook.
- Applicants photograph.
Application Process
Online Application Process
- Beneficiaries can submit their Sindhu Darshan Tirth Yatra Yojana Applications online.
- Online Application forms for Sindhu Darshan Tirth Yatra Yojana are available at Devasthan Department of Rajasthan.
- Select the application link from the home page.
- Enter the details in the Sindhu Darshan Tirth Yatra application form.
- Upload the requisite documents and submit the form.
- Submitted application form and documents will be verified by the officials.
- If the number of applications exceeds 200, applicants will be selected through an online lottery system.
- Scheme benefits will be credited to the applicant’s bank account.
Offline Application Process
- Applicants can also submit their Sindhu Darshan Tirth Yatra Yojana Applications offline.
- Beneficiaries can obtain the Sindhu Darshan Tirth Yatra Yojana application form from its official website or department office.
- Read the application form and enter the details carefully.
- Affix all the relevant documents in the completed application form.
- Submit this duly filled in application at the Department office.
- The last date to submit Sindhu Darshan Tirth Yatra application form is 31 December 2024.
FAQs
What is the Rajasthan Sindhu Darshan Tirth Yatra Yojana?
The Rajasthan Sindhu Darshan Tirth Yatra Yojana is a government initiative by the Rajasthan state government aimed at facilitating pilgrimage tours to the Sindhu River in Leh, Ladakh. The scheme is part of the government’s efforts to support religious tourism and allow Rajasthani pilgrims to visit significant religious and cultural sites.
Is there a specific age limit to apply for this yatra?
The age limit may vary, but the scheme usually prioritizes senior citizens, especially those above the age of 60. However, the exact age requirements can be confirmed from official sources or government notifications.