Saraswati Vidya Yojana: Free Distribution of Bicycles
At a Glance
Scheme Category
Education & Learning,Resources for schools
Target Beneficiaries
Individual
Brief Description
“Free Distribution of Bicycles'' under “Saraswati Vidya Yojana”, implemented by the Directorate of Education, U.T. Administration Of DNH & DD, aims to provide bicycles free of cost to all the girl students, studying in class VIII(8) in the Govt. & Govt. aided schools/ Institutes.
Benefit Type
In Kind
Eligibility Criteria
1. The applicant should be a girl. 1. The applicant should be a student. 1. The applicant should be studying in class VIII(8) in Government and Government Aided School of the UT of Dadra & Nagar Haveli and Daman & Diu.
Application Mode
Offline
Application Process
- The Head Master/ In-charge Head Master will provide the number of enrolment of Girls in Std. VIII in Government and Government Aided Schools to the District Education Office. Note: - The girl student does not required to make any application individually. - Bicycles will be provided to schools at the time of commencement of the New Academic Year as per the requirement of the respective schools. > Contact for Grievance Redressal: Dadra and Nagar HaveliDamanDiuDistrict Education Office (Silvassa), PWD Campus, Silvassa, Pin: 396230, Ph: 0260-2642098, Email: doe-dnh@nic.inDistrict Education (Daman) Fort Area, Daman, Pin: 396220, Ph: 0260 2231126, Email: diredu-dd @nic.inDistrict Education Office (Diu), Collectorate, Diu, Pin: 362520, Ph: 02875-252199, Email: edn-diu@yahoo.in
Required Documents
- Identity Proof of the student. Any other document as required.
FAQs
Who are the target beneficiaries of the scheme?
The target beneficiaries of the scheme are girl students of class VIII.
Which schools are eligible under this scheme?
The scheme applies to students from Government and Government Aided Schools in the Union Territories of Dadra and Nagar Haveli (D&NH) and Daman and Diu (DD).
Are private school students eligible for this scheme?
No, only students from Government and Government Aided Schools are eligible for this scheme.
Is the scheme limited to any specific class?
Yes, the scheme is specifically for girl students of class VIII.
Which regions are covered under this scheme?
The scheme covers the Union Territories of Dadra and Nagar Haveli and Daman and Diu.
What are the consequences of making a false declaration in the scholarship application?
Making a false declaration in the scholarship application can lead to penalties. The applicant may be required to repay the scholarship amount and could also face legal actions.
Who is eligible to receive the bicycle?
Girl students of Class VIII in Government and Government Aided Schools of this Union Territory are eligible to receive the bicycle.
How is the number of bicycles required determined?
The Head Master/ In-charge Head Master will provide the number of enrolled girls in Class VIII to the District Education Office.
When will the bicycles be provided?
Bicycles will be provided to schools at the commencement of the New Academic Year based on the requirements of the respective schools.
Who is responsible for distributing the bicycles?
The Head Master/In-charge Head Master of each school is responsible for the distribution of bicycles to the eligible girl students.
Does the girl student need to apply individually to receive the bicycle?
No, the girl student does not need to make any individual application to receive the bicycle.
Can a girl student avail the bicycle benefit more than once?
No, once a girl student has availed the bicycle benefit, she will not be eligible to receive it again in any subsequent year.
Who has the authority to make inquiries about the usage of the bicycles?
The Headmasters/Principals of Middle Schools, High Schools, and Higher Secondary Schools have the authority to make necessary inquiries regarding the usage of the bicycles.
What actions can be taken if a bicycle provided under this scheme is found to be sold?
The Directorate of Education and District Offices have the right to take legal action against the girl's parents if it is found that the bicycle has been sold.