Women & Girls · Launched 2021
Lakshmir Bhandar
Monthly financial assistance for women heads of households in West Bengal.
Benefits
- ₹1,000 per month for General category women.
- ₹1,200 per month for SC/ST category women.
- Amount credited directly to the beneficiary's bank account (DBT).
Eligibility
- Woman must be a permanent resident of West Bengal.
- Age between 25 and 60 years.
- Should not be a regular Government / PSU employee or pensioner.
Required Documents
- Aadhaar Card
- Swasthya Sathi Card
- Bank Account details (single-name)
- Caste certificate (for SC/ST applicants)
- Recent passport-size photograph
How to Apply
- Visit the nearest Duare Sarkar camp when announced in your area.
- Collect and fill the Lakshmir Bhandar application form.
- Submit form along with required documents to the camp officials.
- Track application status through the official portal.
Official Website
https://socialsecurity.wb.gov.in/
This is an informational portal. For official application, always refer to the linked Government website.