About this public safety scheme
The scheme aims to organize special campaigns for senior citizens, mentally and physically challenged individuals, and other destitute people in the state to make them aware of welfare schemes, their legal rights, access to benefits, skill development, personal security & protection, etc.
The scheme โVishesh Abhiyaan – Humdardโ has been implemented by the Uttarakhand State Legal Services Authority, Nainital, under the Department of Law, Government of Uttarakhand. The scheme aims to organize special campaigns for senior citizens, mentally and physically challenged individuals, and other destitute people in the state to make them aware of welfare schemes, their legal rights, access to benefits, skill development, personal security & protection, etc.
Benefits at a glance
| Scheme name | Vishesh Abhiyaan – Humdard (VAHUK) |
|---|---|
| Launched by | Law Department |
| Benefit type | In kind (goods, services or support, not cash) |
| Category | Public Safety |
| Level / State | State ยท Uttarakhand |
| Official portal | slsa.uk.gov.in (see References at the end) |
Key facts
| Implementing agency | Uttarakhand State Legal Services Authority, Nainital |
|---|---|
| Scheme for | Individual |
| Application mode | Offline |
| Last date | Not given in the official listing |
| DBT (direct bank transfer) | No |
Who can apply (quick check)
- ๐คAll genders
- ๐Age 5 to 80 years
- ๐Offline
Quick check from official data. Full conditions are in the Eligibility section.
What you receive
Under the scheme/campaign, all District Legal Services Authorities organize door-to-door programs for senior citizens to raise awareness about welfare schemes, their legal rights and access to these schemes, skill development, self-employment, technical and financial literacy, as well as personal security and protection.
Who qualifies
- This special campaign has been organized by the Uttarakhand State Legal Services Authority, Nainital for senior citizens, mentally and physically challenged individuals, and other destitute people in the state.
Who is not eligible
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Papers to keep ready
The documents required as specified by the respective Legal Services Authorities.
Registration walkthrough
Offline
The District Legal Services Authority, established in the district court complex of each district, along with officers appointed at each external court and tehsil level, designated advocates, staff, and para-legal volunteers, receive one to three days of training to enable them to assist senior citizens, disabled, and destitute individuals. When necessary, para-legal volunteers also conduct door-to-door awareness campaigns.
If an elderly person requires any assistance, they can contact a legal volunteer in their area, who is responsible for providing support to senior citizens, disabled individuals, and other destitute persons. The name and mobile number of the legal volunteer are available on the website: https://slsa.uk.gov.in.
Frequently asked questions
Who is eligible for the scheme?
Senior citizens, mentally and physically challenged individuals, and other destitute people residing in Uttarakhand are eligible.
What kind of assistance can beneficiaries get?
Assistance includes guidance on welfare schemes, legal rights, access to benefits, skill development, self-employment, technical and financial literacy, and personal security.
Who organizes the campaigns?
All District Legal Services Authorities (DLSAs) organize the campaigns with the help of designated advocates, staff, and para-legal volunteers.
Where are the District Legal Services Authorities located?
DLSAs are established in the district court complex of each district in Uttarakhand.
Who assists during the campaigns?
Designated advocates, officers, staff, and trained para-legal volunteers assist beneficiaries.
How are the legal volunteers trained?
They receive one to three days of training to effectively assist senior citizens, disabled, and destitute individuals.
What is the responsibility of a legal volunteer?
A legal volunteer assists elderly, disabled, and destitute individuals by providing guidance and support related to welfare schemes and legal rights.
Where can I find the contact details of legal volunteers?
The name and mobile number of legal volunteers are available on the official website: https://slsa.uk.gov.in.
References and official sources
Apply only on the official portal. Nothing is applied for on this site, and applying is free.
- Guidelines (Page No. 68) (PDF) uk.gov.in
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