Scheme for Celebration of Birth/death Anniversary of Eminent Personalities

Scheme for Celebration of Birth/Death Anniversary of Eminent Personalities

The “Scheme for Celebration of Birth/Death Anniversary of Eminent Personalities” is an initiative by the Delhi Government aimed at providing financial support for commemorating the anniversaries of notable figures such as Sant Kabir, Sant Gadge, and Sant Durbalnath, along with Dr. B.R. Ambedkar among others. This scheme is designed to honor the contributions of these personalities to social justice and the upliftment of marginalized communities.

Overview of the Scheme

Launched by the Department for the Welfare of SC/ST/OBC/Minorities, Government of NCT of Delhi, this scheme focuses on facilitating events that celebrate the Birth and Death anniversaries of influential personalities who have made significant impacts in the realm of social justice. The scheme encourages activities that promote awareness and education regarding these leaders’ contributions.

Possible Programs to Organize

Events that can be organized under this scheme include:

• Cultural programs highlighting the contributions of the eminent personalities.
• Conferences or symposiums discussing:
• The life and works of these great figures.
• Their contributions to social justice.
• Strategies for building a society founded on principles of equity and opportunity.
• Competitions such as quizzes, debates, or essay contests focusing on Dr. B.R. Ambedkar’s life and work to foster social justice awareness among students. Winners will receive cash prizes along with books about Dr. Ambedkar.

Benefits of the Scheme

The scheme provides financial assistance for organizing these celebrations, with a maximum of ₹50,000 available for each event. A maximum of two events can be organized in a single year under this financial support.

Note: Financial assistance for commemorating the anniversaries of Dr. B.R. Ambedkar, Sant Ravidas, and Maharishi Balmiki is disbursed through designated empaneled agencies.

Eligibility Criteria

The following criteria must be met to qualify for the scheme:

• Non-Governmental Organizations (NGOs) must be registered under the Societies Registration Act.
• Registered NGOs should maintain audited accounts.

Application Procedure

Applying Offline

To apply for financial assistance, follow these steps:

1. Visit the Department for the Welfare of SC/ST/OBC during office hours and request a hard copy of the application form from the designated staff member responsible for issuing and collecting applications.
2. Complete the application form by filling out all necessary fields. Attach copies of mandatory documents, ensuring they are self-attested where required.
3. Submit the completed and signed application form along with the required documents to the Department for the Welfare of SC/ST/OBC.
4. Obtain a receipt or acknowledgment from the official receiving your application. The receipt should include vital information such as the submission date and time, along with a unique identification number if applicable.

Important Notes:

• Ensure that the application is submitted at least 15 days prior to the planned event.
• A recommendation letter is not necessary while the Model Code of Conduct is in effect during election periods.

Official Source

For more information, please visit myScheme.gov.in.