When was the Nari Niketan Scheme launched?

The scheme was launched in 1976 by the Social Welfare Department.

Who is eligible for the Nari Niketan Scheme?

Eligible individuals are women who are residents of Jammu and Kashmir, and are deserted, impoverished, or widowed with no source of income.

What benefits are provided under the Nari Niketan Scheme?

Benefits include food, clothing, counseling, healthcare, education for school girls, accommodation, and skill development.

What is the application process for the Nari Niketan Scheme?

Visit the District Social Welfare Office to request and submit the application form with necessary documentation.

Home

Schemes

Services

Community

About Us

Nari Niketan Scheme - Accommodation, Eligibility & Application

Q: What is the Nari Niketan Scheme?

It is a government scheme in Jammu and Kashmir that provides shelter and support to poor and helpless women.

Samridhi

Author

Updated: 28-01-2025 at 6:30 AM

Nari Niketan Scheme - Accommodation, Eligibility & Application

The Nari Niketan Scheme was launched in 1976 and aims to shelter poor and helpless women in the Union Territory of Jammu and Kashmir. Launched by the Social Welfare Department, Nari Niketan means ‘Women’s homes’ and currently, there are 280 individuals in them across the Union Territory.

Jammu and Kashmir has a female literacy rate of only 58% and the unemployment rate for women stands at 41%. This figure shows that women are at more risk of being without any economic support if they are alone.

Overview

Name of the scheme	Nari Niketan scheme
Launched by	State government of Jammu & Kashmir
Objective	To help the women of Jammu & Kashmir
Target group	Women in need
Benefits	Provides essential services to women like shelter, food, healthcare, training, employment, etc.

What Is The Nari Niketan Scheme?

The Nari Niketan Scheme was launched by the state government of Jammu & Kashmir as a social welfare programme to provide necessities to the women of the state. The Nari Niketan aims to improve the living standard of women by helping them access minimal facilities like shelter, food, a safe environment, clothes, etc. Nari Niketan also works on establishing Nari Niketan Anath Ashram where women can live and access all the services.

Objectives Of The Nari Niketan Scheme

The key goal of the Nari Niketan is to rehabilitate the women who have been deserted or are financially incapable of supporting themselves. Along with this, this Sarkari Yojana also:

Aims to provide support to widows who cannot live on their own.
Provide care, protection, and skills training to help them be self-sufficient and can be done so in the Nari Niketan Anath Ashram.
The inmates are supported in this Nari Niketan till they are well off to be independent via aid from other government schemes, jobs, or even marriage.

Benefits

The Nari Niketan Scheme has numerous benefits that help women lead a fulfilled life. Some of the key benefits are:

Food
Clothing
Counselling
Healthcare
Education (For school girls)
Accommodation
Skill Development

Accommodation is also provided for the children accompanying the women, but male children have to be transferred to Bal Ashrams after they turn 8 years old.

Eligibility Criteria

Interested women first need to ensure that they fit into the eligibility criteria to successfully apply for the govt scheme. The Nari Niketan Scheme eligibility criteria includes:

A resident of the Union Territory of Jammu and Kashmir.
A female.
They have to be deserted, impoverished, or widowed.
The applicant must not have any source of income or livelihood.

Application Process

Interested and eligible students can complete the application process of the govt. scheme by following the below-mentioned steps:

Applicants have to visit the nearby District Social Welfare Office and request the form for the scheme from the respected authorities.
The form has to be filled with valid documentation and identity verification.
The form must then be submitted with relevant signatures and stamps from the authority to the District Social Welfare Office.
After this is done, applicants can check their status via the receipt received.

Documents Needed

Applicants need to submit certain supporting documents to apply for the Nari Niketan Scheme successfully. The list of documents are listed below:

Application form
Identity proof (such as Aadhaar card, Voter ID, or driving licence)
Proof of residence
Medical certificate
Income certificate
Widow or disability certificate (if needed)

How Does The Nari Niketan Scheme Help Women?

The government scheme which is completely funded by the government helps meet the necessities and needs that women require for social security. The Nari Niketan Scheme ensures that no woman in need has to be left alone for themselves. The scheme helps in restarting and stabilising their lives.

Top Schemes For Women

The central and state governments have introduced several schemes for the betterment of women by providing them with a range of services. Some of the top schemes for women are described below in brief.

1. One-Stop Centre Scheme

The One-Stop Centre Scheme also known as SAKHI was specifically introduced for the women who face or have faced violence in the forms of domestic violence, microaggression, harassment, and the list goes on, irrespective of public or private places. The govt. scheme aims to protect women from such barbaric crimes and help them be independent with all of the services they need.

Also Read: Providing Support To Women Facing Violence With The One Stop Centre Scheme!

2. Swadhar Greh Scheme

The Swadhar Greh Scheme was launched to grant shelter, enriching food grains, clothing, and other such services to women from vulnerable sections of society such as homeless women, victims of violence, widows, etc. The scheme not only shows them a path to walk on but also offers them training to grab employment opportunities.

3. Women Helpline Scheme

The Women Helpline Scheme is an initiative launched by the government of India that enables women to opt for support in emergencies, irrespective of the time of the day. Women simply need to dial a toll-free number (181) and communicate their issues to the authorities. The helpline connects women to concerned authority figures as per their needs.

4. PM Matru Vandana Yojana (PMMVY)

The Pradhan Mantri Vandana Yojana (PMMVY) was launched by the state government of Chhattisgarh to deliver quality healthcare, food, etc. to pregnant and lactating women. The govt. scheme gives the registered new mothers Rs. 5000 which is released in 3 instalments. The monetary help reduces the financial burden on women and their families and helps them in providing a healthy life for their children.

5. Udyogini Scheme

The Udyogini scheme was launched by the state government of Karnataka and works on organising training sessions for women so that they can apply for employment opportunities and be financially independent.

Conclusion

The Nari Niketan Scheme makes sure that basic living conditions for Jammu and Kashmir’s at-risk section are met and through shelter, rehabilitation, and empowerment, they can help these women get back on track.

Stay updated with Jaagruk Bharat to get the latest information on government healthcare schemes and more, and reach out to us via our community page if you have any questions.

Government Sources

Frequently Asked Questions

1k Views

Add a comment here...

No comments available

Our Company

Home

About

T&C

Eula

Disclaimer Policy

Code of Ethics

Cancellation & Refund Policy