On May 5, 2025, the Haryana government approved the “Pandit Lakhmi Chand Kalakar Samajik Samman Yojana”. It offers monthly financial aid to senior artistes in music, dance, painting, drama, and other arts. The scheme honors veteran contributors and aims to safeguard Haryana’s traditional art forms.

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• ₹10,000/month for income ≤ ₹1.80 lakh; ₹7,000/month for income ≤ ₹3 lakh
• Must be 60+ years old and Haryana resident
• At least 20 years in art fields like singing, dance, drama, painting
• Approved by Cabinet led by CM Nayab Singh Saini
• Verified through Parivar Pehchan Patra (PPP) and committee assessment
• Final selection based on merit, financial need, and artistic value
• Addresses income insecurity among ageing artists
• Promotes dignity, pride, and continuity in folk arts
• Named after poet Pandit Lakhmi Chand to honor Haryanvi heritage
• Strengthens cultural identity through artist recognition