Denture Grant for Ex-Servicemen & Widows – ₹20,000 Financial Assistance from Sainik WelfareScheme StatusScheme Status

The Denture Grant is a welfare scheme introduced by the Armed Forces Flag Day Fund under the Department of Sainik Welfare, Puducherry. This scheme provides financial assistance of ₹20,000/- to registered Ex-servicemen or Widows of Ex-servicemen for the purchase of dentures. Note that beneficiaries who are members of the Ex-servicemen Contributory Health Scheme (ECHS) are not eligible. The applications are accepted offline.

Benefits

  • Financial Assistance:
    A grant of ₹20,000/- is provided for the purchase of dentures.
  • Disbursal Method:
    The amount is credited directly to the beneficiary’s bank account via RTGS/NEFT.

Eligibility Criteria

  • The applicant must be an Ex-serviceman or Widow of an Ex-serviceman.
  • The applicant should be registered with the Department of Sainik Welfare, Puducherry.
  • The applicant must not be a member of the Ex-servicemen Contributory Health Scheme (ECHS).

Exclusions:

  • The scheme does not apply to those Ex-servicemen or their living spouses/widows who are re-employed as regular or deemed-to-be-regular employees in Government/Public Sector Undertakings/Private Organizations or are self-employed for IT assessments.

Application Process (Offline)

  1. Obtain the Application Form:
    • Option 1: Print the prescribed application form from the Official Website of the Department of Sainik Welfare.
    • Option 2: Visit the Rajya Sainik Board at Jawan Bhawan (261, Lawspet Main Road, Pakkamudianpet, Puducherry Rd, Lawspet, Puducherry – 605013, India) during working hours to request a hard copy.
  2. Complete the Application:
    • Fill in all the mandatory fields in the application form.
    • Paste a passport-sized photograph (signed across if required).
    • Attach copies of all the mandatory documents (self-attested, if required).
  3. Submit the Application:
    • Submit the duly filled and signed application form along with the required documents to the concerned authority at the Rajya Sainik Board.
  4. Receipt Issuance:
    • A receipt with a unique application reference number will be issued.
  5. Submission Deadline:
    • The application must be submitted within three months from the date of purchase or completion of treatment.

Queries/Complaints/Suggestions/Grievances

  • Address:
    261, Lawspet Main Road, Pakkamudianpet, Puducherry Rd, Lawspet, Puducherry – 605013, India
  • Phone:
    (+91)(0413) 2253107
  • Email:
    [email protected]
  • Working Hours:
    Monday – Friday, 2:30 pm to 5:00 pm

Documents Required

  • Identity Card of the Ex-serviceman or Widow.
  • Discharge Certificate of the Ex-serviceman.
  • Original Doctor’s Prescription.
  • Original Bill of Purchase.
  • Declaration by the Ex-serviceman or Widow.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

  • Which department administers this scheme?
    The scheme is administered by the Department of Sainik Welfare, Puducherry.

  • Where can I find the URL of the Official Website of the Department of Sainik Welfare, Puducherry?
    The URL is available on the official government portal of the Department.

  • Where can I find the contact details of the Public Information Officer?
    Contact details are provided on the official website or scheme guidelines.

  • Where can I find the contact details of the Appellate Authority?
    These details are available in the official scheme documentation.

  • Are Short Service/Emergency Commissioned Officers eligible for ex-serviceman status?
    Eligibility criteria are specified in the scheme guidelines.

  • Is this scheme also applicable to the Widows of Ex-servicemen?
    Yes, the scheme is applicable to Widows of Ex-servicemen.

  • What is the procedure for seeking information through the Right To Information (RTI) Act?
    The procedure is detailed in the official guidelines available on the website.

  • Where can I find detailed guidelines for the welfare schemes provided by the Armed Forces Flag Day Fund?
    Guidelines can be accessed on the official website and relevant government publications.

  • Where can I get the application forms for the welfare schemes provided by the Armed Forces Flag Day Fund?
    Application forms are available on the Official Website or at the Rajya Sainik Board.

  • Is there any relaxation in the income criteria for eligibility under certain circumstances?
    Details on any relaxations are provided in the scheme guidelines.

  • Where should the application form be submitted for this scheme?
    The completed application must be submitted to the Rajya Sainik Board at the specified address.

  • Is there any compensation for the delay in the disbursal of the scheme benefits?
    Any provisions for compensation are mentioned in the official guidelines.

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