Guwahati, 3rd March: Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma unveiled financial assistance schemes on March 3 to support widows in the state who are not covered by the Orunodoi scheme.
In a bid to enhance the well-being of widows, CM Sarma announced a top-up of Rs 950 per month per beneficiary under the Indira Gandhi National Widow Scheme.
Furthermore, the Assam state government will provide an additional top-up of Rs 300 per month per beneficiary, supplementing the assistance provided by the Centre through the National Social Assistance Programme, a centrally sponsored scheme.
This additional aid aims to offer support to widows who do not qualify for the Orunodoi scheme, which is tailored to address specific needs within the state.
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