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STATE NODAL MINISTRY

Department of Social Welfare, Government of Uttarakhand

Administers statutory welfare programs, direct benefit disbursements, and departmental initiatives across Uttarakhand.

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About Department of Social Welfare, Government of Uttarakhand

Official state nodal department overseeing Environment & Energy schemes and citizen benefits in Uttarakhand.

3Total Schemes
3Currently Active

Eligo indexes and independently verifies 3 active programs administered by this ministry against primary government gazettes under a 180-day re-verification SLA. Always confirm current guidelines on the official portal before applying.

Citizen Redressal, Grievances & RTI Guidelines

Official statutory channels to resolve service delays, report discrepancies, or obtain public records under RTI Act 2005.

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Central Public Grievance Portal (CPGRAMS)

Citizens can lodge official grievances regarding any scheme administered by Department of Social Welfare, Government of Uttarakhand on CPGRAMS (Central Public Grievance Redressal and Monitoring System). The nodal appellate officer is mandated to review and furnish a resolution report within the stipulated departmental timeline.

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Right to Information (RTI Act 2005)

Under Section 6(1) of the RTI Act 2005, any citizen can request official information, fund allocation records, or beneficiary sanction lists from Department of Social Welfare, Government of Uttarakhand. Applications cost ₹10 (free for BPL applicants) and must receive a response from the designated Central Public Information Officer (CPIO) within 30 days.

Statutory RTI Escalation Hierarchy:If your RTI request is rejected or unanswered after 30 days, submit a First Appeal to the designated First Appellate Authority within 30 days. For further grievance, a Second Appeal may be lodged before the Central Information Commission (CIC) at cic.gov.in.

Frequently Asked Questions: Department of Social Welfare, Government of Uttarakhand

Common citizen queries about this ministry's mandate, schemes, and contact channels.

What schemes does Department of Social Welfare, Government of Uttarakhand administer?▾

Department of Social Welfare, Government of Uttarakhand administers 3 verified welfare programs cataloged on Eligo, including Mukhya Mantri Sor Swarojgar Yojana (70% Capital Subsidy for 25 kW Solar Plants), Mukhyamantri Solar Swarojgar Yojana Uttarakhand, Uttarakhand Solar Water Heater Capital Subsidy Scheme (UREDA). These can be browsed by category or searched using the Eligibility Checker.

How do I contact Department of Social Welfare, Government of Uttarakhand for a grievance?▾

Citizens may register grievances against Department of Social Welfare, Government of Uttarakhand's schemes on the Central Public Grievance Redressal and Monitoring System (CPGRAMS) at pgportal.gov.in. The ministry's official website at https://uk.gov.in also maintains a dedicated Public Grievance section under the Citizen's Charter. You may also file an RTI application at rtionline.gov.in to obtain scheme-specific information within 30 days.

What is Department of Social Welfare, Government of Uttarakhand's annual budget allocation?▾

The annual budget allocation for Department of Social Welfare, Government of Uttarakhand is published in the Union Budget presented by the Ministry of Finance each February. Visit the official Budget portal at indiabudget.gov.in for the most current figures. Scheme-wise expenditure is also available in the ministry's Annual Report on its official website.

How do I file an RTI application to Department of Social Welfare, Government of Uttarakhand?▾

RTI applications to Department of Social Welfare, Government of Uttarakhand can be filed: (1) Online at rtionline.gov.in — free of cost for BPL applicants, ₹10 for others, (2) By post or in person at the ministry's registered CPIO office. Under the RTI Act 2005, the Central Public Information Officer (CPIO) must respond within 30 days. For first appeals against unsatisfactory responses, submit to the First Appellate Authority within 30 days. Second appeals go to the Central Information Commission (CIC) at cic.gov.in.

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Administered Programs (3)

ActiveState SchemeEst. 2020

Mukhya Mantri Sor Swarojgar Yojana (70% Capital Subsidy for 25 kW Solar Plants)

Department of Social Welfare, Government of Uttarakhand

70% capital subsidy and guaranteed 25-year power purchase agreement (PPA) with UPCL for hill youth to install 25 kW solar plants.

Verified: 2026-09-26
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ActiveState SchemeEst. 2020

Mukhyamantri Solar Swarojgar Yojana Uttarakhand

Department of Social Welfare, Government of Uttarakhand

Subsidized grid-connected solar power plants of 20 kW to 200 kW for unemployed youth and returnee migrants to generate clean energy and steady rural income.

Verified: 2026-09-26
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ActiveState SchemeEst. 2019

Uttarakhand Solar Water Heater Capital Subsidy Scheme (UREDA)

Department of Social Welfare, Government of Uttarakhand

30% capital subsidy and electricity bill rebate for installing domestic solar water heating systems verified from official government notifications.

Verified: 2026-09-26
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