During a high-level review meeting held on Friday at the Ambedkar Bhawan auditorium in Jaipur, Minister Gehlot made it clear that the state government is fully committed to ensuring that every single eligible beneficiary receives their rightful pension.

3.50% of Pensioners Still Await Verification During the meeting, the latest statistics regarding the state’s pension scheme were presented:

• Total Beneficiaries: Currently, about 8.9 million (89 lakh) people are receiving social security pensions in Rajasthan.
• Verification Status: Out of these, 96.50% of the beneficiaries have been successfully verified.
• Future Strategy: The remaining 3.50% of beneficiaries will be verified over the next 15 days through this special campaign.

The Minister specifically highlighted the 5 districts with the highest number of pending verification cases. To expedite the process and clear the backlog, special teams of officials from the headquarters will be dispatched to these districts.

Review of Budget Announcements and Key Schemes The meeting was not limited to pensions; the progress of several other crucial departmental schemes was also thoroughly evaluated. Mr. Gehlot reviewed a total of 50 budget announcements for the financial years 2024-25, 2025-26, and 2026-27. Expressing satisfaction with the progress, he noted that 26 projects have been completed, 18 are under process, and work on the remaining 6 has already begun.

Detailed discussions were also held on the effective implementation of scholarships, the Palanhar Scheme, Chief Minister Anuprati Coaching Scheme, Divyang Scooty distribution, the Silicosis scheme, Navjeevan scheme, and the operation of de-addiction centers. Furthermore, the Minister instructed officials to study successful innovations from other states so they can be implemented in Rajasthan for better public service delivery.

Additional Chief Secretary Mr. Dinesh Kumar presented the departmental progress report during the meeting. The session was also attended by Commissioner (Directorate of Specially Abled) Mr. Iqbal Khan, Director Mr. Lalit Kumar, Additional Director Mr. Pankaj Ojha, and several other senior departmental officials.

Disclaimer: This article is published for public interest and informational purposes only. For the most accurate and up-to-date information regarding government schemes, statistical data, and verification processes, readers are advised to visit the official website of the Department of Social Justice and Empowerment, Government of Rajasthan (sje.rajasthan.gov.in) or contact their nearest E-Mitra center.

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This is the final opportunity for students seeking the Post-Metric Scholarship for the academic session 2025-26. The Minister for Social Justice and Empowerment, Mr. Avinash Gehlot, has clarified that the application deadline has been extended to May 31, 2026.

Key Benefits for Specific Student Groups

Minister Gehlot shared updates regarding recent improvements made to the scholarship portal to help more students:

• Students Studying Outside Rajasthan: Domicile residents of Rajasthan pursuing studies in institutions located outside the state can now apply, as their registered institutions have been approved at the departmental level on the portal.
• ITI Students: Based on data provided by the Department of Skill, Employment, and Entrepreneurship, ITI institutions are now live on the scholarship portal, allowing these students to apply with ease.

Important Application Guidelines

• Final Deadline: May 31, 2026 (No further extensions will be granted).
• Eligibility: Domicile residents of Rajasthan who meet the specific criteria for the Post-Metric Scholarship.
• Guidelines: Detailed information regarding updated state and central government rules is available on the official websites.

Official Websites for Application

Students can visit the following portals for detailed information and to submit their applications:

1. SJMS Portal: www.sjmsnew.rajasthan.gov.in/scholarship
2. Departmental Website: sje.rajasthan.gov.in

Conclusion

Students are strongly advised to complete their applications well before May 31 to avoid potential technical issues or server downtime during the final days. The inclusion of more institutions on the portal has cleared the path for thousands of additional students to receive financial aid.

Disclaimer: This information is based on the official press release issued by the Department of Social Justice and Empowerment, Government of Rajasthan.

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