Context
The Union Cabinet approved the continuation of the National Social Assistance Programme (NSAP) from 2026–27 to 2030–31, with an outlay of ₹53,428 crore. The programme has been renamed Pradhan Mantri Samajik Sahayata Yojana, with revised disability pension benefits and eligibility criteria.
Explanation
- NSAP, launched on 15 August 1995, is a centrally sponsored social security programme administered by the Ministry of Rural Development.
- It provides financial assistance to poor households, reflecting Article 41 of the Constitution under the Directive Principles of State Policy (DPSPs).
- The programme covers old-age pensions, widow pensions, disability pensions and family benefits, with 100% central assistance.
- The renamed schemes are Pradhan Mantri Vridhavastha Pension Yojana, Vidhawa Pension Yojana, Divyangjan Pension Yojana and Parivar Labh Yojana.
- The changes made under new schemes align with the Rights of Persons with Disabilities Act, 2016.
- The programme will benefit approximately 3.20 crore people across 36 States/UTs.
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