Free Smartphones for Women in Rajasthan: How to Apply
Rajasthan Free Mobile Yojana 2023, also known as the Indira Gandhi Free Smartphone Yojana, is a government scheme launched by the Government of Rajasthan to provide free smartphones to women belonging to the Chiranjeevi families. The scheme was announced by the Chief Minister of Rajasthan, Ashok Gehlot, in his budget speech for 2023-24.
Under the scheme, 1.35 crore women mukhiyas (heads of households) of Chiranjeevi families will be provided with free smartphones. The smartphones will be of 32GB storage capacity and will have a 5.5-inch display. They will also have internet connectivity, calling and messaging features, and apps related to government schemes.
The smartphones will be distributed through a lottery system. The beneficiaries will be selected randomly from the list of eligible women mukhiyas. The distribution of smartphones will begin on August 10, 2023.
To be eligible for the scheme, a woman must:
Be a resident of Rajasthan
Be the head of a Chiranjeevi family
Have a valid Aadhaar card
Be a resident of the state for at least 12 months
The beneficiaries will be able to use the smartphones for free for a period of three years. After that, they will have to pay a nominal charge to continue using the phone.
The scheme is aimed at bridging the digital divide in the state and empowering women. It will help women to access government schemes and services, improve their education and employment opportunities, and stay connected with their families and friends.
If you are a woman belonging to a Chiranjeevi family and you are interested in applying for the scheme, you can visit the official website of the Rajasthan government or contact your nearest district collectorate.
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