About Scheme

The Kailash Darshan Yatra scheme, implemented by the Gujarat Holy Pilgrimage Development Board under the Tourism Department, Government of Gujarat, provides financial assistance to pilgrims from Gujarat undertaking the sacred Kailash Mansarovar pilgrimage. The scheme enables selected pilgrims to perform the yatra and supports them with one-time assistance.

Details

Launched in 2001, the scheme targets pilgrims from Gujarat who complete the yatra and submit proof of completion within 90 days. Applications are accepted offline. Selected pilgrims receive financial assistance once in their lifetime. The exact amount is not specified in the guidelines and must be confirmed with the authorities. The Gujarat Holy Pilgrimage Development Board processes the applications and disburses the aid directly to the beneficiary's bank account.

Key Features

• One-time financial assistance
• Valid once in a lifetime per pilgrim
• Support for selected pilgrims completing Kailash Mansarovar yatra
• Proof of yatra completion required within 90 days
• Applications submitted offline
• Processed and disbursed by Gujarat Holy Pilgrimage Development Board
• Pilgrim must be from Gujarat
• No financial amount specified in guidelines

Eligibility

Eligibility Criteria:
- Applicant must be a native pilgrim from Gujarat.
- Applicant must have completed the Kailash Darshan Yatra.
- Application must be submitted within 90 days of yatra completion.
- Applicant must not have availed of this benefit previously under the scheme.

Benefits

Benefits:
- One-time financial assistance provided to pilgrims for undertaking the Kailash Darshan Yatra.
- Benefit is valid once in a lifetime per applicant.
- *The scheme guidelines do not specify the exact amount; applicants should verify the latest details with the Gujarat Holy Pilgrimage Development Board.

Application Process

Application Process (Offline):
Step 1: Obtain and print the prescribed https://yatradham.gujarat.gov.in/Documents/SubDeals_2018-9-27_365.pdf application form.
Step 2: Fill in all mandatory fields, including details of the authorized travel agent/organizer and the pilgrim.
Step 3: Attach copies of all required documents (self-attested, if applicable).
Step 4: Submit the completed and signed application form along with the required documents within 90 days of yatra completion to:
Gujarat Holy Pilgrimage Development Board,
Old Secretariat, Gandhinagar, Gujarat.
Step 5: Retain a copy of the submitted application for your records.
Verification & Disbursement:
The board verifies applications, and financial assistance is credited directly to the beneficiary’s bank account after approval.

Documents Required

Documents Required:
1️⃣ Copy of Passport
2️⃣ Certificate of Participation
3️⃣ Proof of Selection for the Yatra
4️⃣ Bank Details (Cancelled Cheque or Passbook Copy)