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  • New Year Bonus! Get an extra Rs 800 with Lakshmi Bhandar Scheme – Here's how to apply

New Year Bonus! Get an extra Rs 800 with Lakshmi Bhandar Scheme – Here's how to apply

Since coming to power in 2011, Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee's Trinamool government has launched several welfare schemes. Now, a new update reveals that Lakshmi Bhandar beneficiaries will receive an additional Rs 800 at the beginning of the new year.

Ajay Joseph | Published : Nov 25 2024, 12:08 PM
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Since coming to power, Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee's Trinamool government has introduced several welfare schemes. Here's the latest update: Lakshmi Bhandar, one of the flagship initiatives of the state government, will now provide beneficiaries with an additional Rs 800.

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Lakshmi Bhandar, a scheme designed for women, has gained immense popularity. Programs like Kanyashree, Oikyashree, Sikshashree, and the Swami Vivekananda Scholarship provide financial aid and scholarships to students. The Medhashree Scholarship is another such initiative.

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What is this scheme?

Medhashree provides financial assistance to economically disadvantaged students.

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This scheme aims to ensure that meritorious students can continue their education without financial constraints.

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Who is eligible?

Applicants must be permanent residents of West Bengal and financially disadvantaged. The annual family income should be Rs 2.5 lakh or less. Additionally, applicants must belong to the OBC or SC communities.

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Students must be enrolled in classes 5 to 9. Those already receiving other state government scholarships are ineligible.

Ajay Joseph
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Ajay Joseph
With over eight years of journalistic experience, Ajay Joseph Raj. P has been a dedicated member of the Asianet Newsable team, where he serves as the Chief Copy Editor. His expertise spans Business, Career, Stock Market, National, International, and viral/trending topics, with a knack for crafting compelling narratives that connect with diverse audiences. Before joining Asianet Newsable, Ajay honed his skills at OneIndia News and Opoyi English, gaining extensive experience in delivering impactful stories across various beats. Read More...
 
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