Pension Scheme to the Dependents (Husband/Wife) of Identified State Agitators, Other than those Who either went to Jail for 7 Days or were Injured During the Movement, after the Death of the Agitator

Pension Scheme to the Dependents (Husband/Wife) of Identified State Agitators, Other than those Who either went to Jail for 7 Days or were Injured During the Movement, after the Death of the Agitator gives a monthly pension of ₹4,500 to the surviving husband or wife of a deceased state agitator in Uttarakhand. This state-led scheme helps eligible dependents get regular money support when their late family member did not hold a government job or receive any other government pension.

This support is for families whose member took part in the state movement but does not fall under the group of agitators who were jailed for at least 7 days or who got injured during the struggle. The scheme is run by the Police Department under the Department of Home, Government of Uttarakhand, and remains open for eligible dependents in 2026.

Pension Scheme to the Dependents of Identified State Agitators - Introduction

This scheme extends financial support to families who gave their member to the movement. Pension Scheme to the Dependents (Husband/Wife) of Identified State Agitators, Other than those Who either went to Jail for 7 Days or were Injured During the Movement, after the Death of the Agitator provides a monthly pension of ₹4,500 to the surviving husband or wife of an identified agitator.

This scheme is managed by the Police Department under the Department of Home, Government of Uttarakhand. It specifically supports those whose family members were active participants but do not come under the categories of agitators who were jailed for at least 7 days or sustained injuries during the struggle. To get this support, the deceased agitator should not have been in government service or receiving any other form of government pension during their lifetime.

Key Information

Benefits

Eligible dependents get a regular monthly pension of ₹4,500 to help them manage their daily needs. This fixed payment is given every month to the surviving husband or wife of a deceased identified state agitator.

Eligibility

To qualify for this support, the applicant should meet the following conditions:

• The applicant must be a resident of Uttarakhand.
• The applicant should be the legal dependent, meaning the husband or wife, of a deceased identified state agitator.
• The deceased agitator must not have been jailed for 7 days or injured during the movement.
• The deceased agitator should not have been in government service or entitled to receive any other government pension.

Application Process

The application is done offline. The steps are given below.

STEP 1 - Visit the office of the District Magistrate in the respective district.

STEP 2 - Get the required application form from the office.

STEP 3 - Fill the form and attach all the required documents.

STEP 4 - Submit the application to the District Magistrate, who will check the details and sanction the pension after a full verification.

Documents

Applicants should keep the following documents ready before applying:

• Valid identity proof of the applicant.
• Official death certificate of the identified agitator.
• Any other document asked by the local authorities during the checking process.

References

Uttarakhand e-Services Portal for online government services

Uttarakhand Social Welfare Department pension schemes

FAQ's

Who is considered eligible under this scheme?

An applicant is eligible as the surviving husband or wife of a deceased identified state agitator, provided the agitator was not jailed for 7 days, was not injured during the movement, and did not receive other government pensions or hold a government job.

What is the monthly pension amount?

The government provides a fixed monthly pension of ₹4,500.

Are dependents of agitators jailed for 7 days eligible?

No, this specific scheme excludes those whose family members were jailed for 7 days or more or were injured during the movement.

Does previous government income disqualify the application?

Yes, if the deceased agitator already received a government pension or held a position in government service, their dependents cannot claim this specific pension.

Where should I submit my application?

The completed application should be submitted to the office of the District Magistrate in the district.

How is the application approved?

The District Magistrate's office reviews and verifies the documents and eligibility status before sanctioning the pension.