What is the Mukhyamantri Tirth Yatra Yojana?

It is a government scheme by the Delhi Government providing free pilgrimage trips to senior citizens.

Who is eligible for the Mukhyamantri Tirth Yatra Yojana?

Delhi residents aged 60 years or above, who are not employed in government jobs, are eligible.

Which pilgrimage sites are covered under this scheme?

Pilgrimage sites like Vaishno Devi, Ajmer Sharif, Golden Temple, Jagannath Puri, Rameswaram, and others are covered.

Can a senior citizen travel with an attendant under this scheme?

Yes, a senior citizen can travel with an attendant aged at least 21 years, though it is optional.

How can one apply for the Mukhyamantri Tirth Yatra Yojana?

Applications can be submitted online through the official Delhi government website by filling out the registration form and attaching relevant documents.

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Mukhyamantri Tirth Yatra Yojana: Making Dreams Of The Senior Citizens A Reality

Pragya Pathak

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Updated: 28-01-2025 at 6:48 AM

Mukhyamantri Tirth Yatra Yojana: Making Dreams Of The Senior Citizens A Reality

India is one of those countries which is rich in culture, traditions, heritage, and numerous important pilgrimage sites. People not only from India but from all over the world travel to pilgrimage sites every year with nothing but positivity.

The Government of Delhi has launched the Mukhyamantri Tirth Yatra Yojana also known as the Delhi Tirth Yatra Scheme especially for the senior citizens to visit the pilgrimage sites free of cost. The govt scheme was designed to fulfil the lifelong dreams of senior citizens and enable them to visit their desired places.

What Does the Mukhyamantri Tirth Yatra Yojana Comprises?

Under the Delhi Tirth Yatra Scheme, senior citizens can visit their desired pilgrimage sites without any major expenses as expenses such as travel, food, and accommodation are paid by the government of Delhi.

The govt scheme has allowed at least 38,000 people to visit their desired places since its launch. The senior citizens can also travel with an attendant but it is optional.

The Delhi government works in collaboration with the Indian Railways Catering and Tourism Corporation (IRCTC) to manage the scheduled tours. The government scheme also promotes inclusivity as it arranges visits to pilgrimage sites of all the major religions in India such as Hinduism, Muslims, Sikhs, and Christians.

List of Pilgrimage Sites In India

Some of the popular pilgrimage locations covered under the government scheme are:

Vaishno Devi in Jammu & Kashmir
Ajmer Sharif in Rajasthan
Golden Temple in Punjab
Rameswaram in Tamil Nadu
Mathura-Vrindavan in Uttar Pradesh
Jagannath Puri in Odisha
Dwarka in Gujarat
Velankanni in Tamil Nadu, and many others.

What Are The Eligibility Criteria For The Delhi Tirth Yatra Scheme?

The eligibility criteria for availing of the scheme are:

The applicant must be a resident of Delhi or its territorial jurisdiction.
Applicants must be 60 years old.
The applicants shouldn’t be employed in any government jobs.
The minimum age of the attendant should be at least 21 years.

Application Process For Availing Of The Delhi Tirth Yatra Scheme

The application process for applying for the Mukhyamantri Tirth Yatra Yojana is laid down:

Visit the official website of the Delhi government.
On the homepage, there is a ‘Citizen’s Corner’ under which the ‘New User’ option is present.
This would lead you to the Mukhyamantri Tirth Yatra Yojana’s online registration form.
Fill out the registration form and attach the relevant documents such as a copy of a certificate from any MLA or a minister of Delhi, self-declarations, medical certificates, voter ID cards, and others, if requested.
After successfully registering, please wait while the submitted applications are verified and the selected applicants are informed through a message or email.

Conclusion

The Mukhyamantri Tirth Yatra Yojana is an exceptional scheme started and managed by the government of Delhi to let senior citizens travel to the pilgrimage sites they always desired.

If you’ve any queries, you can contact the Delhi Govt. through their official mail or by dialling 011-22051234.

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