Sri Ram Janmabhoomi Shabari Smriti Yatra Sahay Scheme
₹5,000 travel grant for tribal pilgrims to Ayodhya · Gujarat ST residents 12+ years · first 1,500
This scheme gives ₹5,000 per person to members of Scheduled Tribe communities in Gujarat who want to travel to Sri Ram Janmabhoomi in Ayodhya, Uttar Pradesh, in tribute to Maa Shabari. Travel is arranged through IRCTC, and the scheme supports the first 1,500 registered tribal pilgrims per year. Register and apply online at yatradham.gujarat.gov.in before March 31 of the year you plan to travel.
About This Scheme
This scheme gives ₹5,000 per person to members of Scheduled Tribe communities in Gujarat who want to travel to Sri Ram Janmabhoomi in Ayodhya, Uttar Pradesh, in tribute to Maa Shabari. Travel is arranged through IRCTC, and the scheme supports the first 1,500 registered tribal pilgrims per year. Register and apply online at yatradham.gujarat.gov.in before March 31 of the year you plan to travel.
Full official description
The scheme "Sri Ram Janmabhoomi Shabari Smriti Yatra Sahay Scheme" by the Industry and Mines Department, Government of Gujarat, aims to provide financial assistance to scheduled tribes and tribal communities for pilgrimage to Sri Ram Janmabhoomi in Ayodhya, Uttar Pradesh, in memory of "Maa Shabari" and to enable darshan of Lord Sri Ram. The scheme provides financial assistance of ₹5,000/- per pilgrim and covers railway travel expenses through Indian Railway Catering and Tourism Corporation Limited arrangements. The applicant must be a resident of Gujarat for twelve years or more and belong to the scheduled tribe or tribal community category. The scheme is implemented by the Gujarat Pavitra Yatradham Vikas Board. The applications for this scheme are accepted online through the official website of Gujarat Pavitra Yatradham Vikas Board, Gandhinagar.
Benefits
- ₹5,000 per pilgrim toward travel expenses to Sri Ram Janmabhoomi, Ayodhya
- IRCTC rail travel arrangements and booking support included
- Available to the first 1,500 registered tribal pilgrims each financial year
💡 Why Startups Should Care
Not directly startup-relevant — this is a ₹5,000 pilgrimage travel grant for Gujarat's Scheduled Tribe residents visiting the Ram Janmabhoomi in Ayodhya.
Who Can Apply (Eligibility)
- Must be a resident of Gujarat for 12 or more years
- Must belong to a Scheduled Tribe or tribal community in Gujarat
- Must be above 12 years of age
- Prior online registration and approval from Gujarat Pavitra Yatradham Vikas Board is mandatory
- Can include up to 8 family members in a single group application
- Benefit is available once per person per year
- Limited to the first 1,500 registered tribal applicants each year
Exclusions
- Not available without prior registration and approval from Gujarat Pavitra Yatradham Vikas Board
- Does not permit carrying prohibited or illegal items during the journey
How to Apply
- Visit yatradham.gujarat.gov.in, hover 'Booking', click 'Shree Ram Janmabhumi Registration'
- Register with your name, mobile, and email, then create a password
- Log in and open the application form for 'Shree Ram JanmBhumi Yatra'
- Fill all fields and upload required documents, then click 'Submit'
- Note your application reference number; apply before 31st March
- Wait for approval from Gujarat Pavitra Yatradham Vikas Board
- After completing the yatra, submit travel proof (tickets, receipts, 2-3 photos at temple) to the Board within one month
- Contact: +91-79-23250708 or sectourism@gujarat.gov.in
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the maximum amount of financial assistance I can receive per person for undertaking this pilgrimage journey to Ayodhya?
You will receive ₹5,000 per pilgrim as financial assistance towards travel expenses for the pilgrimage to Ayodhya.
How many family members can I include in my group application when applying for this pilgrimage assistance scheme?
You can include up to 8 family members in your group application for the pilgrimage journey.
What is the minimum age requirement I must meet to be eligible for financial assistance under this pilgrimage scheme?
You must be above 12 years of age to be eligible for assistance under this scheme.
How long do I need to have been residing in Gujarat state to qualify for this pilgrimage financial assistance program?
You must be a resident of Gujarat state for 12 years or more from your current age to be eligible for this scheme.
What specific community or caste category must I belong to in order to be eligible for this pilgrimage assistance?
You must belong to the scheduled tribe or tribal community category to be eligible for financial assistance under this scheme.
How many times in a year can I apply for and receive financial assistance for pilgrimage to Ayodhya under this scheme?
You are eligible for only one pilgrimage assistance per person per year to Sri Ram Janmabhoomi, Ayodhya under this scheme.
By what date must I complete and submit my online application to be considered for pilgrimage assistance in the current year?
You must complete your online registration and application before the deadline of 31st March of the respective year.
What happens if I am among the later applicants and there are already many people who have applied before me?
Priority will be given to the first 1,500 registered applicants from the scheduled tribe and tribal communities, so early application is important.
What type of photographs do I need to take and submit as proof of completing my pilgrimage journey to Ayodhya?
You must submit 2 to 3 colored photographs taken at Ayodhya Temple, including temple premises, and selfies are accepted as valid proof.
What organization or agency will handle the railway booking and travel arrangements for my pilgrimage journey to Ayodhya?
Travel arrangements will be made through the Indian Railway Catering and Tourism Corporation Limited for your railway journey.
How much time do I have after completing my pilgrimage to submit all the required proof documents and travel receipts?
You must submit all travel proof documents, railway tickets, accommodation receipts, and temple photographs within one month of journey completion.
What should I do at least 10 days before my intended travel date to ensure smooth coordination of my pilgrimage arrangements?
You should contact the Gujarat Pavitra Yatradham Vikas Board office to coordinate final arrangements and receive detailed travel instructions for your approved journey.
What kind of medical certificate do I need to obtain and from which type of healthcare professional to prove my fitness for travel?
You need to obtain a Medical Fitness Certificate from a Registered Medical Practitioner to demonstrate your fitness for the pilgrimage journey.
Ready to apply?
Visit the official government portal to apply for this scheme.
Apply on myScheme.gov.inDocuments Required
- Self-attested copy of Aadhaar card
- Self-attested caste certificate or tribal status proof (leaving certificate)
- Bank details (first page of passbook)
- Self-attested age proof
- Post-travel: railway tickets, 2-3 colored photographs at Ayodhya temple, accommodation receipts (if applicable)