Samajik Sewa Bhatta Scheme

What is Samajik Sewa Bhatta Scheme?

The scheme aims to support traditional faith healers by providing a monthly pension. Under this scheme, ₹1,500 is provided to each eligible traditional healer across the state.

Benefit

- A monthly pension of ₹1,500/- is provided to traditional faith healers such as Dhami, Jhakri, Bijjuwa, Bhungthing, Mangpa, Phedengba, Paw, Baidang, Janapa, Yeba, Yema, Sambas, and Pheriwala.

Level

State — Sikkim

Ministry / Dept.

Cultural Affairs & Heritage Department

Benefit type

cash

Key eligibility

1. The applicant should be a resident of Sikkim. 1. The applicant should be a traditional faith healer such as Dhami, Jhakri, Bijjuwa, Bhungthing, Mangpa, Phedengba, Paw, Baidang, Janapa, Yeba, Yema, Sambas, or Pheriwala.

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Benefits

- A monthly pension of ₹1,500/- is provided to traditional faith healers such as Dhami, Jhakri, Bijjuwa, Bhungthing, Mangpa, Phedengba, Paw, Baidang, Janapa, Yeba, Yema, Sambas, and Pheriwala.

Eligibility

Documents Required

How to Apply

1. Step 1: Offline application — step 1

   Step 1: The interested applicant should write the application on plain paper.

2. Step 2: Offline application — step 2

   Step 2: Attach copies of all the mandatory documents (self-attest, if required) along with the application.

3. Step 3: Offline application — step 3

   Step 3: Submit the duly filled and signed application along with the documents to the Secretary, Culture Department.

Sources & References

• Official scheme website ↗
• Source record ↗
• Information is summarised from official government sources. Verify all details on the official website before applying.