Rajasthan Palanhar Yojana

Rajasthan Social Justice & Empowerment

Monthly support for children of destitute families in Rajasthan — orphans, children of prisoners, disabled parents.

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Overview & About

Monthly support for children of destitute families in Rajasthan — orphans, children of prisoners, disabled parents.

Palanhar Yojana provides monthly financial assistance to 'Palanhars' (caretakers/guardians) raising destitute children in Rajasthan. The scheme targets orphans, children of widows, children of disabled parents, children of prisoners, and other vulnerable children — helping them stay with family rather than orphanages.

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State Rajasthan

0–6 years ₹500/month

6–18 years ₹1,000/month

Annual Clothing ₹500/year

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Benefits

₹500/month for children aged 0–6 years
₹1,000/month for children aged 6–18 years
Additional ₹500/year for clothing and footwear
Free Anganwadi (0–6) and school enrollment support

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Eligibility Criteria

Palanhar must be resident of Rajasthan
Annual income below ₹1,20,000
Child must be orphan, child of widow, prisoner, disabled, divorced, or destitute parent
Child must be enrolled in Anganwadi (under 6) or school

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Required Documents

Child's birth certificate, Proof of eligibility (death certificate/disability certificate/prison certificate), Aadhaar, School/Anganwadi enrollment certificate, Bank account

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How to Apply

Apply at District Social Welfare office

Submit relevant eligibility proof documents

Child's enrollment in Anganwadi/school confirmed

Monthly benefit transferred to Palanhar's bank account

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Frequently Asked Questions

Who is a 'Palanhar' in this scheme? ▾

A Palanhar is a close relative (uncle, aunt, grandparent) or neighbor who takes responsibility of raising a destitute child instead of placing them in an orphanage.

Until what age does Palanhar Yojana support children? ▾

The scheme supports children up to 18 years of age. After 18, other schemes for adults apply.

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