in Nagaland

TELE-LAW
REACHING THE UNREACHED
 JOURNEY OF TELE-LAW IN STATE

In year 2017 1800 CSCs were selected in North Eastern States, Jammu & Kashmir, Uttar

Pradesh, and Bihar to provide Tele-Law programme in the first Phase. In year 2019 Tele-

Law was scaled up to cover 115 Aspirational Districts.

In Nagaland Tele-Law was introduced in 01 Aspirational Districts: Kiphire covering 10

CSCs. In the FY 2021- 2022, 114 CSCs were offering Tele-Law service in 11 districts of

Nagaland. In the FY 2022 -2023 the number of CSC increased to 157 CSCs across all 12

districts. In the current FY 2023-2024 we have 1,238 CSCs offering Tele-Law service in

12 districts of Nagaland.

TELE-LAW -FACTS & FIGURES

26,427

01 Since 2017 Cases Registered


26,189

02 Since 2017 Advice Enabled

16
03 No. of District Covered

04 No. of GPs Covered 1,238

05 No. of Panel Lawyers 02

(01F/
02
(01F/ 01
01 M)
M)

GP-GRAM PANCHAYAT, *F - FEMALE, *M - MALE

 DISTRICT WISE DATA
(AS ON 31ST JANUARY 2024) Nagaland

No. of CSCs CASE

ADVICE
Sr. NO. Districts
DISTRICT
Districts No.
No.of
ofCSCs
CSCs Case
COVERED Registered
Registered Advice
CaseREGISTERED Advice Enabled
Enabled
ENABLED
1 Dimapur 142 6605 6544
2 Kiphire 83 3482 3455
3 Kohima 61 1281 1262
4 Longleng 54 157 157
5 Mokokchung 115 668 667
6 Mon 166 7091 7058
7 Noklak 16 1 1
8 Peren 113 2552 2521
9 Phek 63 405 402
10 Tuensang 75 1839 1817
11 Wokha 155 659 648
12 Zunheboto 191 1687 1657
13 Chumoukedima 1 0 0
14 Niuland 1 0 0
15 Shamator 1 0 0
16 Tseminyu 1 0 0
Total 16 1,238 26,427 26,189

Achievers of State

Ms. Kenningngausile Ipuing Mr. Menkato V Awomi Mr. Yathap Mr. Limameren Imsong
Peren, Nagaland Dimapur, Nagaland Mon, Nagaland Dimapur, Nagaland
Village Level Entrepreneur Village Level Entrepreneur Village Level Entrepreneur District Manager
 Glimpses from the Field

BHUMNYU VILLAGE ZUNHOBOTO LEANGHA VILLAGE PANSO VILLAGE

DIST-LONGLEND DIST-NAGALAND DIST- MON DIST-NOKLAK

KOHIMA TOWN PONGCHING VILLAGE JALUKIE TOWN MON TOWN

DIST-KOHIMA DIST-LONGLENG DIST-PEREN DIST-MON

JALUKIE TOWN ZUNHOBOTO THONOKNYU VILLAGE ZUNHEBOTO SADAR

DIST-PEREN DIST-NAGALAND DIST-NOKLAK DIST-ZUNHEBOTO

MON SADAR VLE TRAINING KIPHIRE VILLAGE

VLE TRAINING
DIST-MON DIST-KOHIMA DIST-KIPHIRE
DIST-ZUNHEBOTO

KOHIMA TOWN VLE TRAINING VLE TRAINING LONGLENG SADAR

DIST-KOHIMA DIST-DIMAPUR DIST-ZUNHEBOTO DIST-LONGLENG

For Further Information

Email to - telelaw.grievance@csc.gov.in , help.telelaw@gmail.com

Helpline Number- 14454

 Testimonials

Family Matter
My ex-husband was trying to forcefully take away my daughter despite the mutual agreement of her custody.
Nowhere to go I sought Tele-Law to get legal guidance and support. I am thankful to the Tele-Law panel lawyer
who not only patiently listen to my problem but encouraged me to approach our customary court for the custody
of my daughter as my divorce was settled by them .
Ms. Gwasingle Rengma, Beneficiary, Dimapur district, Nagaland

Fighting Injustice
Despite waiting for six months the banking correspondent failed to provide me with Customer service point code
or refund my Rs 25,000 Frustrated I sought legal advice through Tele-Law. Panel Lawyer drafted a notice on my
behalf, and I sent to the correspondent. I am thankful to Tele-Law service because of which I got my entire amount
refunded within few days.
Mr. Vika, Beneficiary, Dimapur district, Nagaland

Since 2019, I have been actively involved in Tele Law, contributing to the program's mission of providing legal
aid to underserved communities in India. Over this period, I have registered and assisted with more than 1000
cases, making a positive difference in the lives of many individuals. The most prevalent cases I've encountered
are related to land disputes, child inheritance issues and Victims of Natural Disaster/Ethnic Violence. These
cases are often critical and can have a significant impact on people's lives, making Tele Law invaluable in resolv-
ing these legal conflicts.
Mr. T Thepongse, VLE, Tuensang district, Nagaland

Since 2022, I have been serving as a Panel Lawyer under the Tele-Law. I have had the opportunity to interact and
advice more than 5500 beneficiaries on their legal issues. Majority of these beneficiaries come from rural areas and
have faced various challenges. I strongly believe that Tele-Law project by the Department of Justice has been
instrumental in providing timely legal assistance to the needy and indigenous people. I am grateful for the valuable
experience and opportunity to serve the people of Nagaland.
Ms. Elvin Shitiri, Panel Lawyer, Nagaland

Tele-Law covers a wide geographical areas in India, even rural and remote areas. As, a state coordinator timely
virtual & physical trainings and workshops are organised with the district teams ,VLE’s as well as awareness
sessions with the beneficiaries to ensure Tele-Law becomes an active service throughout the Nagaland. The
confidential discussion between panel lawyer and beneficiaries encourages more people to take help from this
service . I am grateful for providing the opportunity to work under this service.
Mr. L. Wapongtoshi Ozukum, State coordinator, Nagaland
KNOW MORE ABOUT YOUR CENTRAL AND STATE SCHEMES

PMJAY AYUSHMAN BHARAT

About

It aims at providing a health cover of Rs. 5 lakhs per family per year for secondary and
tertiary care hospitalization to over 12 crores poor and vulnerable families that form the
bottom 40% of the Indian population.

Benefits

It covers all hospitalization expenses with cashless transactions to beneficiaries. Accom-

modation during hospitalization. Pre and post-hospitalization costs. Any complications
arising during the treatment.

How to Apply

Go to pmjay.gov.in, the gateway described above, and

choose Create ABHA Card. Submit the OTP after entering
the Aadhar Card Number. Enter the information on the
application form now. To finish the registration process, Scan here to apply
upload your documents and certificates.

Beneficiary

SC/ST, Lower Income Group, or EWS.

Documents
Required

ID proof (Aadhaar card, voter ID, etc.)/address proof (ration card, passport, etc.)/and
income-related documents (income certificate, BPL certificate, etc.).
 PM KISAN

About

It aims at providing financial assistance to all cultivable landholding farmer families across
the country, subject to certain exclusion criteria.

Benefits

Under the Scheme, an amount of Rs. 6000/- is transferred annually in three equal
installments of Rs.2000/- directly into the Aadhaar Seeded bank accounts of the farmers.

How to Apply

To complete the PM Kisan scheme registration offline, individuals are advised to visit their
nearest common service centers (CSCs). It is important to ensure that all the necessary
details and documents required for PM Kisan registration are readily available.

Beneficiary

All small and marginal landholder farmer families consisting of husband, wife and minor
children with cultivable landholding in their names are eligible under the PM-KISAN
scheme.

Documents
Required

Proof of age, such as a birth certificate/Identity verification documents, including an Aad-

haar card, PAN card, or driving license/Proof of address, such as a voter’s ID card or ration
card/Documents related to bank details, like a passbook or other account informa-
tion/Nominee details, including their Aadhaar card, PAN card, or income information.
 PM VISHWAKARMA

About

To provide end-to-end support to artisans and craftspeople who work with their hands
and tools.

Benefits

1. Recognition of artisans and craftspeople through PM Vishwakarma certificate and ID

card.
2. Basic Training of 5-7 days and Advanced Training of 15 days or more, with a stipend of
Rs. 500 per day.
3. A toolkit incentive of uto Rs. 15,000 in the form of e-vouchers at the beginning of Basic
Skill Training.
4. Collateral free of upto Rs. 3 lakh in two tranches of Rs. 1 lakh and Rs. 2 lakh with tenures
of 18 months and 30 months, respectively, at a concessional rate of interest fixed at 5%,
with Government of India subvention to the extent of 8%.
5. An amount of Re. 1 per digital transaction, upto maximum 100 transactions monthly will
be credited to the beneficiary's account for each digital pay-out or receipt.
6. Marketing support will be provided to the artisans and craftspeople in the form of
quality certification, branding, onboarding on e-commerce platforms such as GeM,
advertising, publicity and other marketing activities to improve linkage to value chain.

How to Apply

• Visit the official PM Vishwakarma Yojana Portal at

[https://pmvishwakarma.gov.in/].
• Begin by registering with your mobile number and
Aadhar Card.
• Confirm your identity by undergoing OTP Scan here to apply
authentication through your registered mobile number.

Beneficiary

The Age of Applicant should be above 18 years. Applicant Must Belong to Carpenters,
Blacksmiths, Weavers, Potters, Sculptors, and Other Traditional Artisans Category. Family
Annual Income Should be Less than SC/ST/OBC/EWS/ Applicant Category.

Documents
Required

Aadhar card/Voter ID card/PAN card/Domicile certificate/Passport size color pho-

tograph/Work-related documents/Bank account details/Income certificate/Caste certifi-
cate. (if related)/Phone number/Email id
 PRADHAN MANTRI SHRAM YOGI MAANDHAN

About

This scheme is a voluntary and contributory pension scheme that aims to provide security
and protection to unorganized workers as well as to the old age group.

Benefits

It is a voluntary and contributory pension scheme, under which the subscriber would
receive a minimum assured pension of Rs 3000/- per month after attaining the age of 60
years and if the subscriber dies, the spouse of the beneficiary shall be entitled to receive
50% of the pension as family pension. Family pension is applicable only to spouse.

How to Apply

Beneficiary can apply through both online and offline. For offline, one can visit the nearest
Common Services Centre (CSC) and seek assistance from the officials. They will walk you
through every step of the procedure, including completing the application form.

Beneficiary

It is a voluntary and contributory Pension Scheme for Unorganized Workers for entry age
of 18 to 40 years with monthly income of Rs. 15000 or less.

Documents
Required

Aadhaar card /Bank account /Mobile number/ Passport.

1

PRADHAN MANTRI SURAKSHA

BIMA YOJANA

About

A government-backed accident insurance scheme in India. It is available to people

between 18 and 70 years of age with bank accounts.

Benefits

1. On Death- the Nominee shall get Rs. 2 Lakhs.

2. Total and irrecoverable loss of both eyes or loss of use of both hands or feet or loss of
sight of one eye and loss of use of hand or foot- Subscriber shall get Rs. 2 Lakhs.
3. Total and irrecoverable loss of sight of one eye or loss of use of one hand or foot
–subscriber shall get Rs. 1 Lakh.

How to Apply

In order to enroll in PMSBY offline, one can visit the bank

branch where one has a savings account or the candidate
can visit the official site: Scan here to apply
https://jansuraksha.gov.in/Forms-PMSBY.aspx to download the form.

Beneficiary

Individual bank account holders of participating banks aged between 18 years

(completed) and 70 years (age nearer birthday) who give their consent to join / enable
auto-debit, will be enrolled into the scheme.

Documents
Required

Original FIR/post mortem report/death certificate or in case of disability, disability

certificate that is issued by a Civil surgeon/Discharge certificate should also be enclosed.
 DEEN DAYAL UPADHYAYA
GRAM JYOTI YOJANA

About

The DDUGJY is one of the flagship program of the Ministry of Power and will facilitate
24x7 supply of power.

Benefits

Improved access to digital services such as internet, telephone, radio, television, etc. Uninterrupted
power access in schools, hospitals, panchayats, police stations, etc.

How to Apply

• A candidate should first enroll himself/herself with Gram

Rozgar Sewak or the Gram Panchayat. From there, they get a
recommendation for the nearest training center.
• After contacting the nearby training center, a candidate
should collect all the information regarding the trade and the
training center that provides the training.
• Lastly, the applicant should visit the Kaushal Panjee official Scan here to apply
website – https://kaushalpanjee.nic.in/ and fill in all the details
for registration.

Beneficiary

Designed to provide continuous power supply to rural India.

Documents
Required

Voter ID card/Aadhar Card/Photo ID card/BPL Card/RSBY/ Rashtriya Swasthya Bima

Yojana card/AAYB/Antyodaya Anna Yojana Beneficiary/PDS card /NRLM self-help Group
identification paper/MGNREGA card of the applicant or any other family member with a
(minimum) 15 days of completed work
 PRADHAN MANTRI KRISHI
SINCHAYEE YOJANA

About

The scheme aims at providing end-to-end solutions in irrigation supply chain, viz. water
sources, distribution network and farm level applications.

Benefits

Improve the efficiency of on-farm water usage to decrease waste and improve availability
in both duration and extent. Increase the use of precision irrigation and other water-saving
technology (More crop per drop). Improve aquifer recharge and implement long-term
water conservation strategies.

How to Apply

The farmers may contact to nearest Office of Agricultural Department or District

Agriculture Officer/ District Horticulture Officer for more information and obtaining
benefits under PMKSY.

Beneficiary

Farmers of any class or division are eligible to participate in the plan.

Documents
Required

Aadhar card/address proof/caste certificates/m passport size photos/mobile

number//bank account passbook/agricultural land papers.
 PRIME MINISTER’S EMPLOYMENT
GENERATION PROGRAMME

About

Main Objective of this scheme is to generate employment opportunities in rural and

urban areas through setting up of new self- employment ventures.

Benefits

1. It provides low-interest loans and subsidies to set up new micro-enterprises in the

non-farm sector for rural and urban areas.
2. It encourages financial institutions to increase credit flow to the micro sector and
reduces the dependency on money lenders.

How to Apply

The entrepreneur has two options for applying the PMEGP scheme: either online through
the PMEGP e-portal or in person at the district office of the State Khadi and Village
Industries Board (KVIB) or KVIC

Beneficiary

Any individual, above 18 years of age. At least VIII standard pass for projects costing
above Rs.10 lakh in the manufacturing sector and above Rs. 5 lakh in the business / service
sector.

Documents
Required

Caste Certificate./Special Category Certificate, wherever required/Rural Area

certificate/Project Report/Education/ EDP/ Skill Development training certificate/Any
other applicable document.
 CHIEF MINISTER’S MICRO
FINANCE INITIATIVE

About

To increase farmer’s income, encourage self-employment and entrepreneurship

development, inculcate a sense of credit discipline, boost private enterprise and improve
the agri marketing network and infrastructure in Nagaland State.

Benefits

A full waiver of the fees that were supposed to have been paid by the beneficiary in the
Institutions where they have sought the admissions. The amount of fee waiver shall
consist of Tuition fees, Library fees, Laboratory fees and Development fees, if any plus
other charges payable to Institution like Lodging/Boarding, Food (Hostel charges) or
Transport, etc.

How to Apply

• Interested persons may apply to the District Level Implementation cum Monitoring
Committee (DLIMC) headed by the Deputy Commissioner of the concerned District.
• The application form may be downloaded from link.
• The application format for Project Proposal for individual/SHG/FPO may also be
downloaded.
• Applications received will be scrutinized and shortlisted by a Screening Committee,
comprising subject matter specialists, from the various line departments including
banks.
• Necessary technical support and guidance will be provided by the Department of
Agriculture, Horticulture, Veterinary and Animal Husbandry, Fisheries, Industries &
Commerce and Nagaland State Rural Livelihood Mission.

Beneficiary

Farmers, Entrepreneurs, Unemployed Youths, Self Help Groups, Farmers’ Producers

Organization, Co-operative Societies.

Documents
Required

An attested copy of the ST Certificate is to be enclosed/A copy of the land ownership

document is to be enclosed/Education Qualification/Training/Experience/Water
Source/Total water area/Total farm area/The number of ponds with size in Meters or
Feet.
 CHIEF MINISTER HEALTH
INSURANCE SCHEME (CMHIS)

About

The Objective of the Scheme is to improve citizens access to good quality, affordable
healthcare; reduce catastrophic health expenditure on hospitalization, improve access to
quality health care, reduce unmet needs and reduce out of pocket healthcare expenditures
for the entire State of Nagaland.

Benefits

1. Basic Cover of Rs. 5,00,000 (Rupees Five Lakhs Only) per family per annum on a family
floater basis.
2. Top Up Cover, over and above the Sum Insured of Rs. 5,00,000 (Rupees Five Lakhs
Only) per family/ Rs. 15,00,000 (Rupees Fifteen Lakhs Only) per family per annum on
a family floater basis.

How to Apply

For online registration visit https://cmhis.nagaland.gov.in/login.

For offline registration you need to personally visit any CMHIS
Kiosk with the documents mentioned below.
Scan here to apply

Beneficiary

The applicant should be a local body such as a Municipality or a Village Panchayat in the
State of Goa.

Documents
Required

Proof of residence in Nagaland/Identification, such as a driver's license or passport/Any

necessary medical records or documents/Bank account details (account number, IFSC
code, etc.)/Other documents as requested.
 HELPLINE NUMBER- 14454
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