As you know the Andhra Pradesh government initiated many beneficial schemes for the citizens of the state, similarly The good news for temples of Andhra Pradesh, the government has recalled the Dhoopa Deepa Naivedyam Scheme, the scheme is once again going to help hundreds of temples across the state, the scheme makes priest happy by providing the financial assistance to them, on comparing the previous version with this new one the government aims to give the financial support of Rs.10,000 will be sanctioned to needy temples of the state Andhra Pradesh. To know more about the scheme just go through the article and get to know about how the scheme works, objective and budget details of the Dhoopa Deepa Naivedyam Scheme.
What Is Dhoopa Deepa Naivedyam Scheme?
The government of Andhra Pradesh has renewed the program Dhoopa Deepa Naivedyam Scheme in the year 2025 under the rule of CM Chandra Babu Naidu keeping in mind to give the highest priority to the development of temples across the state and for the welfare of the priests and temple goers by granting a budget of Rs.10,000 to every temple which finances the periodic rituals and celebration in the temples. This scheme will cover 5,600 temples across the state for the ritual and daily ceremonies. The government has allocated a Budget of rupees 100 crores for the reconstruction and stabilization of temples.
The name itself has a deep meaning of ritual support, such as Dhoopa Deepa Naivedyam, as fragrance, candles, and food offerings to the needy, respectively. After seeing the temples that are present in rural areas and have low income so that they can not afford the daily rituals and needs of temples, the government started this scheme which ensures the Daily rituals of temples such as “Nitya Puja” and other daily celebrations and the significant temples also provided their meals as the order of CM OF Andhra Pradesh.
The objective of the Dhoopa Deepa Naivedyam Scheme
- The primary objective of the Dhoopa Deepa Naivedyam Scheme is to support temples that are located in rural areas and by having low income they are not able to afford the daily ritual the government will provide the assistance of rupees 10,000 to every temple.
- Through the scheme, the government wants to regulate the special importance of religious places and support the priests and templegoers.
- The scheme will cover those temples that have low-income sources. This will help to stop the ignorance of these religiously important places.
- The scheme helps in preserving the old rituals and the celebration of customary religions.
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Key Points of Dhoopa Deepa Naivedyam Scheme
| Name of scheme | Dhoopa Deepa Naivedyam Scheme |
| Who launched | Government of Andhra Pradesh |
| Who announced | CM Chandra Babu Naidu |
| Year | 2025 |
| Beneficiaries | Priests, temple goers, and communities. |
| Main aim | Provide financial assistance of Rs 10,000 |
| Benefit | Rs 10,000 per month to every rural temple |
| Eligibility | Low-income temples in rural areas. |
| Apply process | Online |
| Official website | www.aptemples.ap.gov.in |
Budget Of Dhoopa Deepa Naivedyam Scheme
- The government of AP has allocated an amount of Rs 10,000 to every temple monthly.
- The government has announced a budget of 100 crore rupees under the Dhoopa Deepa Naivedyam Scheme.
- 7,000 is provided as remuneration for the Archaka (priest).
- 3,000 is allocated for covering the expenses of the daily rituals
Eligibility Criteria
- The temple must be located in rural areas of Andhra Pradesh to benefit from the Dhoopa Deepa Naivedyam Scheme.
- It must be registered in government records as in the endowment sector.
- The income of the temple does not exceed the line of instability.
- The temple must be present at least 15 years old.
- Temple cannot afford the daily rituals and can be a beneficiary of the Dhoopa Deepa Naivedyam Scheme.
Dhoopa Deepa Naivedyam Scheme Application Process
Here, some steps are given below. After reading them, you will be able to apply online for the Dhoopa Deepa Naivedyam Scheme.
- Firstly, you have to visit the official website of the scheme.
- After getting to the homepage, you will seek the endowment department, and click on it.
- After clicking, a new page will appear on your desktop screen with an application form.
- Now, fill out this application form carefully with the required details.
- After entering the necessary details, you have to upload the important documents required for the application process.
- After completing all the instructions given above you have to click on the “Submit Now” button then click on it, and you have finalised the application process.
FAQs
Who is Eligible for the Dhoopa Deepa Naivedyam Scheme?
Temples with low income and located in rural areas are eligible for the Dhoopa Deepa Naivedyam Scheme.
What is the main objective of the Dhoopa Deepa Naivedyam scheme?
The primary objective of the Dhoopa Deepa Naivedyam Scheme is to support temples that are located in rural areas and have low-income sources, and they are not able to afford the daily ritual. By seeing this, the government will provide assistance of rupees 10,000 to every temple.