Assam’s Department of Cultural Affairs, Government of Assam, established the Artist Welfare Fund through the Assam State Film (Finance and Development) Corporation. The scheme provides financial relief to artists and their dependents who are in distressful situations, especially during aging, medical emergencies, or other difficult circumstances. Throughout Assam, the scheme serves as the cultural backbone of the state, offering aid to artists in times of despair.
Objectives
- Financial Support: Aid to artists or their dependents facing financial difficulties due to old age, accidents, or diseases.
- Medical Relief: Support for artists facing severe illnesses or needing emergency treatments.
- Educational Relief: Assistance for the education of up to two children of the artist.
- Accident and Disability Relief: Relief for artists suffering from accidents that cause disabilities.
- Dependent Support: Grants to support the spouse, children, and parents wholly dependent on the artist.
Benefits
Medical Conditions and Grant Amount Limits
- Cancer: ₹50,000
- Kidney Transplant or Complete Failure of Both Kidneys: ₹50,000
- Heart Pacemaker/Bypass: ₹20,000
- Death: Amount decided by the Board
- Physically Handicapped due to Accident: Amount decided by the Board
- Other Medical Emergencies: According to the Board’s decision
Eligibility
- The applicant must be an artist belonging to Assam in the category of art and culture.
- Age: The applicant must be above 20 years of age (for artists).
- The applicant should be in financial crisis.
- The applicant must have made a significant contribution or achieved recognition in the field of art and culture.
- Must provide valid documentation to prove both artistic achievements and financial distress.
Application Process
Offline Application Steps
- Obtain the Application Form:
- Download from the official website or collect it from the ASFFDC office.
- Fill the Form:
- Complete the standard application form with all required details.
- Attach Required Documents:
- Include all necessary supporting documents as mentioned below.
- Application Submission:
- Submit the filled-up form and attached documents to the following address:
Assam State Film (Finance & Development) Corporation Ltd.,
Shilpgram Road, near Sankardev Kalakshetra, Panjabari, Guwahati-37.
- Submit the filled-up form and attached documents to the following address:
Documents Needed
- Recent Passport Size Photograph: Must not be older than 6 months.
- Identity Proof: Aadhaar Card, PAN Card, etc.
- Proof of Residence:
- Passport, Driving License, Electricity Bill, Ration Card, etc.
- Proof of Age/DOB:
- Aadhaar Card, Birth Certificate, Passport, Matriculation Certificate, etc.
- Artistic Achievements:
- Details of awards, honors, or notable contributions to the field of arts.
- Medical Certificate:
- Documenting any medical illness, if applicable.
- Income Certificate:
- For verification of financial distress.
- Bank Details:
- Aadhaar-linked bank account details.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
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Artist Welfare Fund – Assam
The Department of Cultural Affairs, Government of Assam, established the Artist Welfare Fund through the Assam State Film (Finance and Development) Corporation. The scheme provides financial relief to artists and their dependents who are facing distressful situations, especially during aging, medical emergencies, or other difficult circumstances. Throughout Assam, the scheme serves as the cultural backbone of the state, offering aid to artists in times of despair.
Major Objectives
- Financial Support:
Support to artists or their dependents facing financial difficulties due to old age, accidents, or diseases. - Medical Relief:
Support for artists in cases of severe illness and emergency treatments. - Educational Relief:
Support for the education of up to two children of the artist. - Accident and Disability Relief:
Relief to artists suffering from accidents causing disability. - Dependent Support:
Grant support for the spouse, children, and parents wholly dependent on the artist.
Benefits
Medical Conditions and Grant Amount Limits
- Cancer: ₹50,000
- Kidney Transplant or Complete Failure of Both Kidneys: ₹50,000
- Heart Pacemaker/Bypass: ₹20,000
- Death: Amount decided by the Board
- Physically Handicapped due to Accident: Amount decided by the Board
- Other Medical Emergencies: According to the Board’s decision
Eligibility
- The artist must be a citizen of Assam and belong to the art and culture field.
- The applicant must be above 20 years of age (for artists).
- The applicant should be in financial crisis.
- The applicant must have made a significant contribution or achieved recognition in the field of art and culture.
- The applicant must provide valid documentation to prove both artistic achievements and financial distress.
Application Process
Offline Application Steps
- Obtain the Application Form:
- Download from the official website or collect from the ASFFDC office.
- Fill the Form:
- Complete the application form with all the required details.
- Attach Required Documents:
- Include all necessary supporting documents as mentioned below.
- Application Submission:
- Submit the filled-up form along with the attached documents to the following address:
Assam State Film (Finance & Development) Corporation Ltd.,
Shilpgram Road, near Sankardev Kalakshetra, Panjabari, Guwahati-37.
- Submit the filled-up form along with the attached documents to the following address:
Documents Needed
- Recent Passport Size Photograph (not older than 6 months).
- Identity Proof: Aadhaar Card, PAN Card, etc.
- Proof of Residence:
- Choices: Passport, Driving License, Electricity Bill, Ration Card, etc.
- Proof of Age/DOB:
- Choices: Aadhaar Card, Birth Certificate, Passport, Matriculation Certificate, etc.
- Artistic Achievements:
- Details of awards, honors, or notable contributions to the field of arts.
- Medical Certificate:
- Documenting medical illness, if applicable.
- Income Certificate.
- Bank Details:
- Aadhaar-linked bank account details.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the aim of this scheme?
This scheme provides financial, medical, and educational support to the artists and their dependents during distress. - Who is termed a ‘dependent’ under this scheme?
The dependent includes spouse, minor children, unmarried/non-earning daughters, and parents completely dependent on the artist. - Is education covered under the scheme?
Yes, support is given for the education of up to two children of the artist. - What is the age criteria for applying?
The applicant’s age should be 20 years or above. - Can online applications be submitted?
As of now, only offline applications are allowed. - What is the grant amount for cancer treatment?
A grant of ₹50,000 is given for cancer treatment. - Is this scheme a right for artists?
The grant is not a right but is given after Board approval and fulfillment of the scheme criteria. - What is ‘artistic achievement’?
Evidence of high contributions or rewards in art and culture.