Deen Dayal Lado Lakshmi Yojana (Haryana) — Complete Guide – How to Apply & Benefits

What is Deen Dayal Lado Lakshmi Yojana?

The Deen Dayal Lado Lakshmi Yojana is a flagship scheme by the Government of Haryana aimed at empowering the girl child and promoting their education and well-being. Under this scheme, families meeting the eligibility criteria receive financial assistance for girl children born in the state.

The scheme provides a savings bond or financial benefit that matures at different stages of the girl's life — covering education, health, and marriage-related expenses. It was introduced to improve the child sex ratio in Haryana and ensure that every girl child gets equal opportunities.

Who is Eligible?

1. Residency: Parents must be permanent residents of Haryana
2. Income: Annual family income should be within the prescribed BPL/low-income category
3. Birth Registration: The girl child must be born in Haryana and registered at the local authority
4. Family Size: Benefits typically apply to the first two girl children in a family
5. Hospital Delivery: Institutional delivery (hospital/government health centre) is preferred

Benefits

• Financial assistance through savings bond or installments at key milestones
• Payments linked to school enrollment, completion of secondary education, and higher education
• Support for marriage expenses upon reaching legal marriageable age
• Encourages families to educate and nurture girl children

Documents Required

For Parents

• Aadhaar Card of both parents
• Domicile Certificate / Parivar Pehchan Patra (Family ID)
• Income Certificate (from Tehsildar or via Saral Haryana)
• BPL Card (if applicable)

For Girl Child

• Birth Certificate of the girl child
• Aadhaar Card (if available)

Bank & Other

• Bank account details (mother's or girl child's joint account preferred)
• Passport-size photographs
• Caste Certificate (if applicable for additional benefits)

How to Apply — Step-by-Step

Online Application (Saral Haryana Portal)

1. Visit saralharyana.gov.in
2. Register or log in with your credentials
3. Search for "Lado Lakshmi Yojana" or navigate to Women & Child Development schemes
4. Fill the application form with family details, girl child's birth information, and bank account
5. Upload scanned documents (Birth Certificate, Aadhaar, Income Certificate)
6. Submit the form and save the application ID
7. Track status online using the application ID

Offline Application

1. Visit the nearest Anganwadi Centre or Women & Child Development Office
2. Collect the application form
3. Fill the form and attach all required documents
4. Submit to the concerned officer
5. Receive acknowledgement receipt

Processing Time

• Application Review: 30-60 days
• Verification: Field verification by Anganwadi worker or block officer
• Approval & Disbursement: Benefits begin after successful verification

Important Tips

1. Parivar Pehchan Patra: Ensure your family is registered on the Haryana Family ID system — it is mandatory for most Haryana schemes
2. Institutional Delivery: Hospital birth improves eligibility chances
3. Keep Documents Updated: Ensure Aadhaar and bank details are current
4. Track Application: Use Saral Haryana portal to track your application status
5. Education Milestones: Benefits are released at education milestones, so ensure the girl child is enrolled in school

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Q1. What is the main benefit of Lado Lakshmi Yojana?

Financial assistance for families with girl children, disbursed at key life milestones including education and marriage.

Q2. How many girl children are covered?

Typically the first two girl children in a family are eligible.

Q3. Is there an income limit?

Yes, the scheme targets BPL and low-income families. Income criteria are verified through Parivar Pehchan Patra.

Q4. Can I apply online?

Yes, applications can be submitted through saralharyana.gov.in or at the local Anganwadi centre.

Q5. Is Parivar Pehchan Patra mandatory?

Yes, the Haryana Family ID (Parivar Pehchan Patra) is required for almost all state government schemes.

Q6. When do I receive the money?

Benefits are released in installments linked to the girl child's education milestones and age.

Q7. Can I avail this along with Ladli Scheme?

Check with the WCD office — some benefits may be combinable while others may not.

This guide is for informational purposes only and is not affiliated with the Government of Haryana. Visit haryana.gov.in or wcdhry.gov.in for official details. See our Aadhaar guide for Aadhaar-related help.