JFBF

Journalists’ Family Benefit Fund

The Tamil Development, Religious Endowments, and Information Department scheme was launched by the "Journalists’ Family Benefit Fund". The scheme aims to provide financial assistance to families of journalists who died in harness with a minimum of 20 years of service as editor, sub-editor, reporter.

राज्य नकद

राज्य / केंद्र शासित प्रदेश: तमिलनाडु

नोडल विभाग: Tamil Development and Information Department

योजना किसके लिए: Family

योजना प्रोफ़ाइल

डीबीटी (प्रत्यक्ष लाभ अंतरण): नहीं

श्रेणियाँ: सामाजिक कल्याण और सशक्तिकरण, कौशल और रोजगार

उप-श्रेणियाँ: वित्तीय सहायता

लक्षित लाभार्थी: Family

टैग: Financial Assistance, Journalist, Death, Family, Diseases

विवरण

The Tamil Development, Religious Endowments, and Information Department scheme was launched by the "Journalists’ Family Benefit Fund". Under this scheme, financial assistance is provided to families of journalists who died in harness with a minimum of twenty years of service as editor, sub-editor, reporter, photographer, and proofreader. This assistance is given from the Hon’ble Chief Minister’s Public Relief Fund.

लाभ

  • - Financial Assistance:
  • ₹50,000/- for 5 years of service
  • ₹1,00,000/- for 10 years of service
  • ₹1,50,000/- for 15 years of service
  • ₹2,00,000/- for 20 years of service

  • Financial Assistance:

  • ₹50,000/- for 5 years of service.

  • ₹1,00,000/- for 10 years of service.

  • ₹1,50,000/- for 15 years of service.

  • ₹2,00,000/- for 20 years of service.

पात्रता

  • The deceased should have been an editor/sub-editor/reporter/photographer and proofreader.
  • The benefit of the scheme will be given only on the death of the journalist while working in Journalism.
  • The editor, sub-editor, journalist, and photographer should have worked full-time in a newspaper or daily periodicals published in Tamil Nadu.
  • In case of sudden death due to an accident or fatal disease, five years of service is mandatory.

आवेदन प्रक्रिया

Offline

Step 1: The interested applicant can download the application form from the official website.
Step 2: In the application form, fill in all the mandatory fields, and attach copies of all the mandatory documents (self-attest, if required).
Step 3: Submit the duly filled and signed application form along with the documents to the Director, News Public Relations Department, Headquarters, Chennai-600 009.
Step 4: Request a receipt or acknowledgment from the Director, News Public Relations Department to whom the application has been submitted. Ensure that the receipt contains essential details such as the date and time of submission, and a unique identification number (if applicable).
NOTE: Two application forms filled by the applicant along with relevant certificates.

स्पष्टीकरण

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What is the Journalists’ Family Benefit Fund?
The Journalists' Family Benefit Fund provides financial assistance to the families of journalists who die while in service.
Who is eligible for this fund?
Families of journalists who die while working full-time in Tamil Nadu as editors, sub-editors, journalists, photographers, or proofreaders in newspapers or periodicals published in Tamil Nadu are eligible.
What are the service requirements for eligibility?
The deceased journalist must have had a minimum of five years of service, with higher benefits for longer service periods.
What is the financial assistance amount based on years of service?
₹50,000 for 5 years of service, ₹1,00,000 for 10 years of service, ₹1,50,000 for 15 years of service, ₹2,00,000 for 20 years of service.
What documents are required to apply for the fund?
Death Certificate, Heirship Certificate, Certificates related to post and place of employment, Domicile Certificate, Nomination certificate from a Journalist Association, Police or Medical Certificate in case of accidental or disease-related death, Two passport-size photographs of the applicant and the deceased journalist, Two completed application forms with relevant certificates.
How should the application be submitted?
The application should be sent to the Director, News Public Relations Department, Headquarters, Chennai-600 009.
Is there a specific format for the Death Certificate?
Yes, it must be issued by the Municipality or Corporation.
Who can recommend the application?
The application must be recommended by a Journalist Association in Tamil Nadu.
Can the fund be availed for part-time journalists?
No, the fund is only available for full-time working journalists.
Is there an interest income generated for this scheme?
Yes, the Government deposited a sum of Rupees One Crore with Tamil Nadu Power Finance and Infrastructure Development Corporation, which yields an interest used to fund the scheme.
How many families have benefited from this scheme so far?
As of the latest update, 43 families have benefited from the scheme.
Can the family of a journalist who died after retirement apply for this fund?
No, the fund is specifically for journalists who die while still actively working in their profession.

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Documents Required for Government Schemes

Most government schemes require basic documents for verification. While the exact requirements vary, common documents include:

  • Aadhaar Card
  • Income Certificate
  • Caste Certificate (if applicable)
  • Residence Proof
  • Bank Account Details
  • Educational Certificates (for student schemes)

How to Apply for Government Schemes?

The application process for government schemes may be online or offline depending on the scheme. In most cases, you can follow these steps:

  1. Check eligibility criteria
  2. Collect required documents
  3. Fill the application form
  4. Submit the application online or at the relevant office
  5. Track application status