Rajasthan government runs Moksh Kalash Yojana for families who want to immerse the ashes of their loved ones in the Ganga at Haridwar. Under this scheme, two members of a deceased person's family get free return travel by Rajasthan Roadways bus, and Devasthan Department bears the full cost of the journey.
Registration for Moksh Kalash Yojana happens online at edevasthan.rajasthan.gov.in. Rajasthan State Road Transport Corporation (RSRTC) works as the nodal agency and looks after transport arrangements, while Devasthan Department pays the bill. This article explains how to register, what documents are needed and other important points to know before applying.
Moksh Kalash Yojana Online Registration
Applicants can register directly at edevasthan.rajasthan.gov.in/MokshKalash/MokshKalash_Reg.aspx. Registration form for Moksh Kalash Yojana will appear as shown below:-
Registration form asks for name of the deceased person, date of death and traveller details such as name, gender, age, mobile number and Aadhaar or Jan Aadhaar card number. Applicant also needs to select the district of travel and nearest bus stand. Once form is filled properly, applicant gets a registration number that must be kept safe for the return journey too.
Documents Required for Free Travel to Haridwar
Before travelling under Moksh Kalash Yojana, keep these documents ready and carry them throughout the journey:
- Death certificate of deceased person, issued by Moksh Dhaam, municipality, corporation or panchayat
- Aadhaar card or Jan Aadhaar card of all travellers
- Recent passport size photograph of travellers
Note: relatives of a person who died before 1 March 2020 are not eligible for Moksh Kalash special registration.
Rules and Important Points to Know
Few conditions apply once registration for Moksh Kalash Yojana is done. Keep these points in mind before planning the trip:
- Only two persons are allowed free travel with the Moksh Kalash on a single registration.
- Bus booking for onward and return journey happens together, and applicant has to return on the same vehicle used to travel to Haridwar.
- Stay in Haridwar is not allowed under this scheme, so plan the ash immersion within the same day.
- Applicant must carry Aadhaar card along with death certificate throughout the trip and show it to bus conductor if asked.
- Only applicants who complete online registration in advance get free travel benefit under Moksh Kalash Yojana.
Moksh Kalash Yojana Highlights
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Scheme Name | Moksh Kalash Yojana |
| Launched By | Rajasthan Government, Devasthan Department |
| Nodal Agency | Rajasthan State Road Transport Corporation (RSRTC) |
| Beneficiaries | Two family members of deceased person |
| Benefit | Free return bus travel to Haridwar for ash immersion |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Official Website | edevasthan.rajasthan.gov.in |
| Helpline Number | 9549456745 / 18002000103 |
Reprint Registration Receipt
Applicants who lose their registration receipt can get it again from edevasthan.rajasthan.gov.in/MokshKalash/Moksh_Reg_Search.aspx by entering their registration details.
For help, applicants can call Roadways Control Room at 9549456745 or the toll free number 18002000103. Details of the scheme are also available on the official website at edevasthan.rajasthan.gov.in.
FAQ's
How many family members can travel free under Moksh Kalash Yojana?
Only two members of the deceased person's family get free bus travel to Haridwar under this scheme, on a single registration.
Can family stay in Haridwar after ash immersion?
No, the scheme does not allow overnight stay in Haridwar. Trip to immerse ashes and return has to be completed on the same journey.
Is there a deadline to apply after death of a family member?
Official website does not mention a fixed deadline, but applicants should register only for deaths that occurred on or after 1 March 2020, as older cases are not covered.
Who pays for the free bus travel under this scheme?
Devasthan Department bears the travel cost, and Rajasthan State Road Transport Corporation runs the buses as nodal agency.