Annapurna Yojana: 17 lakh names rejected, Bengal government outlines reasons, reapplication process
The Annapurna Yojana, a direct cash transfer scheme for women, experienced significant name rejections after verification on Monday. Around 17 lakh applicants were rejected due to Aadhaar-related issues, with 10 lakh specifically because of non-linking their bank accounts with Aadhaar. The third tranche of funds, totaling Rs 4,350 crore, is set for disbursement between August 17 and 20 to 1.45 crore beneficiaries out of 1.62 crore applicants.
The rejections also occurred due to applicants or family members holding government jobs, paying income tax, and verification of documents ongoing until September 30. To assist rejected applicants, Block Development Officers (BDOs) have been instructed to work with banks and organize special camps. To reapply, interested parties can visit the ‘Social Register’ option on the government portal, which opens on August 20 for document re-evaluation at the District Magistrate’s office.
Exclusions include permanent government employees and their families, pensioners over 60, high-income families, and women earning more than Rs 10,000 per month.
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