state government scheme
Sanjay Gandhi Niradhar Anudan Yojana
Common abbreviation: SGNAYProvides monthly financial assistance to destitute persons, elderly, disabled, and orphans in Maharashtra.
Quick Facts
Overview
SGNAY is a Maharashtra state government scheme to support destitute people, elderly individuals, disabled persons, and widows who have no source of income.
Benefits
A monthly pension of ₹1,500 is directly credited to the beneficiary's bank account.
Eligibility Criteria
- Must be a resident of Maharashtra.
- Age must be 65 or older (unless disabled).
- Annual household income must be below ₹21,000.