The “Natural Death and Funeral Assistance” scheme was launched by the Art and Culture Department, Government of Tamil Nadu to support the families of registered folk artists during difficult times. The scheme provides financial assistance to help cover funeral and natural death expenses.
Benefits
- For Funeral: ₹2,000/-
- For Natural Death: ₹15,000/-
Eligibility
- Nominee Requirement:
- The applicant must be the nominee of the registered folk artist.
- Natural Death:
- The registered folk artist must have died due to natural causes.
Application Process
Offline Application Steps:
- Form Collection:
- Visit the regional office during office hours to request the prescribed application form (Form VIII).
- Complete the Form:
- Fill out the application form, ensuring all mandatory fields are completed.
- Attach the required documents (self-attested if necessary).
- Submission:
- Submit the completed form, along with the Claim Form (Form VII) and Accident Information Form (Form VI), to the Assistant Director/Deputy Director at the regional office.
- Acknowledgment:
- Request a receipt or acknowledgment from the authority. Ensure the receipt contains details such as the submission date, time, and a unique identification number (if applicable).
Documents Required
- Original Registration Card of the deceased folk artist.
- Death Certificate of the folk artist.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
1. Who is eligible for the scheme?
The nominee of the deceased registered folk artist is eligible.
2. What is the amount provided for funeral assistance?
₹2,000/- is provided for funeral expenses.
3. What is the amount provided for natural death assistance?
₹15,000/- is provided for natural death assistance.
4. Who can claim the assistance?
The nominee mentioned in the registration records of the folk artist can claim the assistance.
5. What documents are required to be submitted?
The Original Registration Card and Death Certificate of the folk artist.
6. Who authorizes the sanctioning of assistance?
The Assistant Director/Deputy Director at the regional office authorizes the assistance.
7. Can assistance be claimed for both natural death and funeral?
Yes, assistance can be claimed for both, provided all eligibility criteria are met.
8. What is the first step to claim the assistance?
Visit the regional office to collect the prescribed application form.
9. Is the nominee required to be a family member of the deceased?
Not necessarily. The nominee must be the individual listed as such in the registration records of the folk artist.
10. What is the contact information for the appellate authority?
Contact the regional office or Art and Culture Department for details.