JFBF

Journalists Family Benefit Fund

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State

States / UT: Tamil Nadu

Ministry / nodal: Tamil Development and Information Department

Department: Tamil Development, Religious Endowment & Information Department

Nodal department: Tamil Development, Religious Endowment & Information Department

Scheme for: Individual

Scheme profile

DBT (direct benefit transfer): No

Target beneficiaries: Journalists

Tags: Journalists, Grants, Family Support, Public Relief, Tamil Nadu, Welfare, Financial Aid, Benefit Fund, Support Scheme, Chief Minister, Journalism, Assistance

Details

The Journalists' Family Benefit Fund is provided from the Chief Minister's Public Relief Fund to support the families of journalists who have served in various capacities such as editor, sub-editor, reporter, photographer, or proofreader for at least 20 years and have passed away while in service.

Journalists' Family Benefit Fund is given from the Chief Minister's Public Relief Fund to families of Journalists who have served in any of these capacities viz, editor, sub-editor, reporter, photographer, proof reader for 20 years and passed away while in service.

Sponsored by: State
Funding pattern: From Rs. 50,000 to Rs. 2 Lakhs.
Scheme type: Download

Benefits

  • - Grants ranging from Rs. 50,000 to Rs. 2 Lakhs
  • Grants ranging from Rs. 50,000 to Rs. 2 Lakhs

Eligibility

Families of journalists who have served for 20 years and passed away while in service.

Application Process

Offline

To apply, submit your application to the Tamil Development, Religious Endowment & Information Department.

References

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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?

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  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