Jaipur: In a significant move aimed at ensuring the welfare and dignity of the fourth estate, the Chief Minister of Rajasthan, Shri Bhajan Lal Sharma, has approved a substantial hike in the monthly honorarium for senior accredited journalists in the state. Following the Chief Minister’s approval, the Directorate of Information and Public Relations (DIPR) has officially issued the notification.
In line with the budget announcement for the financial year 2026-27, the monthly honorarium for full-time senior accredited journalists has been increased from ₹15,000 to ₹18,000 per month.
Who is Eligible for the Scheme? (Key Rules & Criteria)
According to the ‘Rajasthan Senior Accredited Journalist Honor Scheme (Amendment) Rules-2026’ released by the DIPR, journalists must meet the following criteria to benefit from the enhanced financial assistance:
- Long-standing Experience: The applicant must have served for at least 20 years as a full-time professional in daily, weekly, or fortnightly newspapers, electronic media, news agencies, or as an independent journalist.
- Inclusion of All Editorial Roles: Editors, publishers, and owners of daily, weekly, and fortnightly newspapers, electronic media houses, and news agencies are also eligible, provided they meet the core journalism criteria.
- Age Limit: The senior full-time journalist must be 60 years of age or older to qualify for the monthly pension.
Crucial Support for Families of Deceased Journalists
Demonstrating immense empathy towards the journalism community, the state government has also extended additional support to the families of departed media professionals. Following this amendment, the monthly financial aid provided to the wives of deceased eligible senior journalists has been hiked from ₹7,500 to ₹9,000 per month.
Chief Minister Bhajan Lal Sharma’s decision underscores the state government’s unwavering commitment to the safety, respect, and social security of journalists who spend decades serving society with dedication and integrity.
Disclaimer:
This article has been prepared for informational purposes based on the official notification issued by the Directorate of Information and Public Relations (DIPR), Government of Rajasthan. While every effort has been made to maintain factual accuracy, readers and potential applicants are advised to cross-verify the detailed eligibility criteria and guidelines on the official government website before applying.
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