AI SummaryChhattisgarh government runs two heritage schemes announced in the state budget 2023-24, namely Mukhyamantri Dharohar Darshan Yojana and Mukhyamantri Virasat Jharokha Yojana. Dharohar Darshan Yojana takes students of government and aided schools and colleges on free visits to the state's protected heritage sites. Virasat Jharokha Yojana displays replicas of ancient crafts, architecture and artefacts in selected offices and colleges of every district.
Both schemes were approved by Former Chief Minister Bhupesh Baghel after a review of the culture department at the CM house. The culture department runs both schemes, and the Directorate of Archaeology, Archives and Museums in Raipur is the nodal office for their rollout. This article explains the details of both schemes.
Mukhyamantri Dharohar Darshan Yojana in Chhattisgarh
Finance Minister presented the Chhattisgarh Budget 2023-24 on 6 March 2023. While delivering the budget speech, the Finance Minister said Mukhyamantri Dharohar Darshan Yojana would be started to build public awareness about protecting and preserving ancient monuments and to introduce the younger generation to the state's rich cultural heritage. Under this scheme, Dharohar Mitra (heritage friends) are appointed at state-protected monument sites, and students of educational institutions get a grant for visits.
The main aim of Mukhyamantri Dharohar Darshan Yojana is to make students studying in government and aided (grant-receiving) schools and colleges aware of the historical heritage. Every year, 3 schools and colleges are selected from each district for this scheme.
Mukhyamantri Virasat Jharokha Yojana in Chhattisgarh
Mukhyamantri Virasat Jharokha Yojana was started to display replicas of the state's ancient crafts, architecture and artefacts in identified offices or colleges of every district. A provision of ₹99 lakh was made for this scheme. Every year, two colleges and government offices are selected from each district, and replicas of historical and archaeological heritage are displayed in the selected places.
Selection of schools, colleges and government offices
For selection of schools, colleges and government offices under both schemes, a committee is formed under the chairmanship of the Collector. The committee includes the SP, CEO of the district panchayat, office representative nominated by the Director of Archaeology, Archives and Museums, the DEO, a person nominated by the district panchayat, and the principal of a college nominated by the Collector.
The administrative department for both schemes is the culture department. The nodal office for their implementation is the Directorate of Archaeology, Archives and Museums in Raipur.
Benefits under the schemes
Under Mukhyamantri Dharohar Darshan Yojana, the selected schools and colleges get a grant of ₹10,000 for the visit. Students also get a separate grant amount. Dharohar Mitra are appointed at heritage sites to guide the students during their visit.
Eligibility and documents
Students studying in government and aided (grant-receiving) schools and colleges of Chhattisgarh are eligible for the scheme. Required documents include the school or college certificate, bank account details, and ID cards of the students.
How to apply
Students do not need to apply separately for this scheme. The Collector forms a committee to select schools and colleges. Students of the selected schools and colleges are taken for visits to the state's heritage sites and given the grant.
Short brief on Mukhyamantri Virasat Jharokha and Dharohar Darshan Yojana
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Scheme Name | Mukhyamantri Dharohar Darshan Yojana, Mukhyamantri Virasat Jharokha Yojana |
| State | Chhattisgarh |
| Announced In | Chhattisgarh Budget 2023-24 (6 March 2023) |
| Department | Culture Department |
| Nodal Office | Directorate of Archaeology, Archives and Museums, Raipur |
| Objective | Dharohar Darshan Yojana creates awareness about protecting heritage sites; Virasat Jharokha Yojana displays replicas of ancient crafts and artefacts |
| Grant | ₹10,000 per selected school/college plus separate student grant |
Chhattisgarh government also runs other schemes like Godhan Nyay Yojana and Saur Sujala Yojana for farmers and cattle owners. For more details on these heritage schemes, visit the Chhattisgarh Culture Department official website.
FAQ's
What is Mukhyamantri Dharohar Darshan Yojana?
It is a visit scheme run by Chhattisgarh government to introduce students of government and aided schools and colleges to the state's historical and archaeological heritage.
Will private school students get the benefit?
The scheme is mainly for students of government and aided (grant-receiving) schools and colleges.
Do parents have to pay for the visit?
No, the government gives a grant for the visit, so parents do not have to pay.
How are schools and colleges selected?
A committee under the Collector selects 3 schools and colleges from each district every year.