Launched by the Department of Social Welfare, Government of Puducherry, this scheme is designed to provide financial support to the families of differently abled persons upon their death. Under the scheme, an assistance of ₹15,000 is provided to cover funeral expenses. This initiative aims to ease the financial burden on the claimant during a difficult time.
Benefits
- Financial Assistance:
A one-time payment of ₹15,000 is provided to the eligible claimant to cover funeral expenses of the deceased differently abled person.
Eligibility
To be eligible for the scheme, the following criteria must be met:
- Residency:
The applicant must be a native or a resident of the Union Territory of Puducherry for at least 5 years. - Disability Criterion:
The deceased must have had a disability of 40% or above. - Claimant Relationship:
The financial assistance can be claimed by the son, daughter, spouse, or any other close relative who was responsible for the care and maintenance of the deceased. - Timeframe:
The application must be submitted within 30 days from the date of death of the differently abled person.
Application Process
Offline Process
- Obtain the Application Form:
- Visit the Office/Sub-Office of the Department of Social Welfare during office hours.
- Request a hard copy of the prescribed application form from the designated staff, or print it if available online.
- Fill in the Application Form:
- Complete all mandatory fields.
- Attach a passport-sized photograph (signed if required) along with self-attested copies of the necessary documents.
- Submit the Application:
- Submit the completed and signed application form with the required documents to the relevant authority:
- Puducherry: The Deputy Director, Differently Abled Section, Directorate of Social Welfare.
- Karaikal: The Assistant Director, Social Welfare Department (Sub Office).
- Mahe / Yanam: The Welfare Officer (i/c), Social Welfare Department (Sub Office).
- Submit the completed and signed application form with the required documents to the relevant authority:
- Obtain Acknowledgment:
- Request a receipt or acknowledgment which should include the submission date, time, and a unique identification number (if applicable).
Documents Required
- For the Deceased:
- Aadhaar Card of the deceased.
- Disability Certificate/Medical Certificate.
- Financial Assistance ID Card of the deceased.
- Inhumation Permit/Death Certificate.
- For the Claimant:
- Aadhaar Card of the claimant.
- Residence-cum-Nativity Certificate issued by the competent authority.
- Recent passport-size photograph.
- Bank Passbook.
- Anganwadi Certificate.
- Community Certificate.
- Voter Card.
- Additional Documents:
- Any other documents as required by the guidelines.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Is there any flexibility in the eligibility criteria for disability percentage?
The scheme strictly requires a disability of 40% or above for the deceased. -
Can applicants residing outside Puducherry apply for the scheme?
No, the applicant must be a native or a resident of Puducherry for at least 5 years. -
Who should be contacted in Mahe and Yanam regarding delays in benefit disbursal?
The designated authority in Mahe/Yanam is the Welfare Officer (i/c) at the respective Sub Office of the Social Welfare Department. -
Who should be contacted in Karaikal regarding delays in benefit disbursal?
In Karaikal, the Assistant Director, Social Welfare Department (Sub Office) is responsible. -
What are the contact details for addressing delays in the disbursal of benefits in Puducherry?
For Puducherry, contact the Deputy Director, Differently Abled Section, Directorate of Social Welfare. (Refer to the official website for specific contact numbers.) -
Within what timeframe should the application be submitted after the death of the differently abled person?
The application must be submitted within 30 days of the death. -
Who can claim the financial assistance?
The assistance can be claimed by a son, daughter, spouse, or any close relative who was responsible for the deceased’s care. -
Can the financial assistance be claimed retroactively if the application is submitted after 30 days?
No, applications must be submitted within the stipulated 30-day period. -
How is the financial assistance disbursed?
The amount is transferred directly to the claimant’s bank account via the designated process. -
Is there any compensation for delays in the disbursal of the scheme benefits?
The guidelines specify measures for addressing delays; for further details, refer to the official guidelines. -
What are the mandatory fields to be filled in the application form?
Mandatory fields typically include personal details of the claimant, details of the deceased, and the necessary identification and supporting documents. Ensure all red asterisk-marked fields are completed.