The National Family Assistance Scheme is a centrally sponsored initiative implemented by the Social Welfare Department, Government of Chhattisgarh. The scheme aims to provide vital financial assistance to bereaved households that have lost their primary breadwinner due to natural, unnatural, or accidental death. Designed to support families living Below the Poverty Line (BPL), this scheme offers a lifeline during a challenging time by helping to alleviate the economic burden caused by the loss of income.
Benefits
- Lump Sum Financial Grant: Eligible families receive ₹20,000 to help mitigate the loss of income.
- Targeted Support: The scheme specifically supports families living Below the Poverty Line (BPL) who lose their main earning member.
- Holistic Definition of Family: The term “family” includes the husband, wife, minor children, unmarried daughters, and dependent parents, ensuring comprehensive support for all members affected by the loss.
Eligibility
To qualify for the scheme, the following criteria must be met:
- The applicant must be a native of Chhattisgarh.
- The applicant must be a family member of the deceased person.
- The deceased must have been the primary breadwinner on whom the family primarily depended for income.
- The death must have been due to natural, unnatural, or accidental causes.
- The family of the deceased must be living Below Poverty Line (BPL).
- At the time of death, the deceased primary breadwinner should have been between 18 and 59 years old.
Note 1: “Family” includes husband, wife, minor children, unmarried daughters, and dependent parents.
Note 2: If there is more than one earning member in the family, the scheme applies only to the death of the member whose income contributes the most.
Application Process
In Rural Areas
- Collect Application Form:
- Visit the office of the Gram Panchayat to collect the application form, available free of cost.
- Submit the Form:
- Fill out the form with accurate details and submit it to the Gram Panchayat. An acknowledgment receipt will be issued.
- Review and Recommendation:
- The Gram Panchayat reviews and recommends the application, then forwards it to the District Panchayat within 7 days.
In Urban Areas
- Collect Application Form:
- Visit the office of the concerned Municipal Corporation, Municipality, Nagar Panchayat, or Panchayat Raj institution to collect the application form.
- Submit the Form:
- Complete the form and submit it to the respective office. An acknowledgment receipt will be provided.
Note: If a printed application form is unavailable, you may submit your application on plain paper.
Authority: The concerned urban body or District Panchayat has the authority to approve or reject applications.
Documents Required
- Aadhaar Card of the applicant
- Passport-size Photograph
- Identity Proof
- Domicile Certificate of Chhattisgarh
- Death Certificate of the deceased
- Proof of Age
- Income Certificate
- Below Poverty Line (BPL) Card or related documents
- Address Proof
- Bank Passbook/Post Office Account Passbook
- Any other documents as required by the authorities
Frequently Asked Questions
Q1: Who is eligible to apply for this scheme?
A1: Eligible applicants are family members of the deceased primary breadwinner who are natives of Chhattisgarh, and whose family is living Below Poverty Line (BPL).
Q2: What amount of financial assistance is provided under the scheme?
A2: The scheme provides a lump sum amount of ₹20,000.
Q3: Who qualifies as a “primary breadwinner” in the context of this scheme?
A3: The primary breadwinner is the family member whose income is the main source of sustenance for the family.
Q4: Can a family apply if the deceased was not the only earning member?
A4: Assistance is provided only upon the death of the member whose income contributes the most to the family.
Q5: Does the scheme cover deaths due to natural causes only?
A5: No, the scheme covers natural, unnatural, and accidental deaths.
Q6: What is the age range of the primary breadwinner to qualify for the scheme?
A6: The deceased primary breadwinner should have been between 18 and 59 years of age at the time of death.
Q7: Who is included in the definition of “family” for this scheme?
A7: “Family” includes the husband, wife, minor children, unmarried daughters, and dependent parents.
Q8: How can an applicant apply for the scheme in rural areas?
A8: Applicants in rural areas should visit their Gram Panchayat, collect the application form, complete it, and submit it to receive an acknowledgment receipt.
Q9: How can an applicant apply for the scheme in urban areas?
A9: In urban areas, applicants should visit the concerned Municipal Corporation, Municipality, Nagar Panchayat, or Panchayat Raj institution to obtain and submit the application form.
Q10: What happens if a printed application form is not available?
A10: In the absence of a printed form, applicants may submit their application on plain paper.
Q11: How long does it take for the Gram Panchayat to process the application in rural areas?
A11: The Gram Panchayat is required to forward the application to the District Panchayat within 7 days.
Q12: Who has the authority to approve or reject applications in urban areas?
A12: The concerned urban body or District Panchayat has the authority to approve or reject the applications.