The “Grant to Meritorious Wards of ESM in Sports: National / International Level” is a welfare scheme implemented by the Armed Forces Flag Day Fund under the Department of Sainik Welfare, Puducherry. This scheme provides financial assistance to the meritorious wards of Ex-Servicemen (ESM) or widows of ESM for their achievements in sports at national and international levels. Applications must be submitted offline within three months of the achievement date.
Benefits
- ₹50,000/- for achievements in sports at the international level.
- ₹30,000/- for achievements in sports at the national level.
- The amount is credited directly to the beneficiary’s bank account via RTGS/NEFT.
Eligibility
- The applicant must be a Ward of an ESM or a Ward of the Widow of an ESM.
- The ESM/Widow should be registered with the Department of Sainik Welfare, Puducherry.
- The sporting event must be organized by a body recognized/approved by the Government.
- The applicant must have achieved merit at a national or international level in sports.
Application Process
: Offline
- Obtain the Application Form:
- Download from the Official Website of the Department of Sainik Welfare.
- Alternatively, visit the Rajya Sainik Board office in Puducherry during working hours and request the prescribed application form.
- Fill Out the Form:
- Complete all mandatory fields.
- Attach a passport-sized photograph and self-attested copies of the required documents.
- Submit the Form:
- Submit the completed application form and required documents to the concerned authority at the Rajya Sainik Board, Puducherry.
- Acknowledge Receipt:
- Ensure you receive a receipt of application submission with details of the date, time, and unique identification number (if applicable).
Contact Information
- Address: 261, Lawspet Main Road, Pakkamudianpet, Puducherry Road, Lawspet, Puducherry – 605013, India
- Phone Number: (+91)(0413) 2253107
- Email: [email protected]
- Hours: Monday – Friday, 2:30 PM to 5:00 PM
Documents Required
- Relevant Certificates of Achievements in Sports at National/International Level.
- Attested Copies of Participation and Sponsorship.
- Identity Card of the ESM/Widow of ESM.
- Birth Certificate of the Ward (if not registered with DSW).
- Study Certificate of the Ward (if not registered with DSW).
- First Page of Bank Passbook.
Frequently Asked Questions
1. Which Department administers this scheme?
The Department of Sainik Welfare, Puducherry, administers this scheme.
2. Where can I find the contact details of the Public Information Officer?
Contact details can be obtained from the Rajya Sainik Board Office, Puducherry.
3. What is the definition of “Ex-Servicemen” for this scheme?
As per the Government of India, Ex-Servicemen include retired personnel from the Armed Forces, including Short Service/Emergency Commissioned Officers.
4. What is the timeline for submitting applications?
Applications must be submitted within three months of the achievement date.
5. Where can I obtain application forms for the welfare schemes?
Application forms are available at the Rajya Sainik Board Office or can be downloaded from the official website.
6. Is there any compensation for delays in scheme benefit disbursal?
No compensation is mentioned for delays in disbursal.
7. How are funds disbursed under this scheme?
Funds are credited directly to the beneficiary’s bank account via RTGS/NEFT.