A special train under the Mukhyamantri Teerth Darshan Yojana departed from Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar for Gaya. This initiative by the Maharashtra government provides free travel to major pilgrimage sites for senior citizens. The railway station witnessed a lot of enthusiasm as elderly passengers started their spiritual journey.
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Who can apply for the Mukhyamantri Teerth Darshan Yojana?
The scheme is designed for senior citizens aged 60 years or older who are residents of Maharashtra. To be eligible, the applicant’s family annual income must be less than 2.5 lakh rupees. People working in government or semi-government services, income tax payers, and owners of four-wheelers (except tractors) are not eligible for this benefit.
What facilities and benefits are provided to the pilgrims?
The Maharashtra government provides a maximum benefit of 30,000 rupees per senior citizen. The scheme covers travel to 73 sites across India and 66 sites within Maharashtra. Key facilities provided to the travelers include:
- Free travel via special trains
- Free food and clean drinking water
- Accommodation at pilgrimage sites
- Necessary local transport and other basic amenities
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What is the age limit for the Mukhyamantri Teerth Darshan Yojana?
Applicants must be 60 years of age or older and must be a resident of Maharashtra to apply for this scheme.
Is there any income limit to avail this free train journey?
Yes, the annual income of the beneficiary’s family must be less than 2.5 lakh rupees to be eligible for the free pilgrimage.