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Perunthalaivar Karma Veerar Kamarajar Scheme of Financial Assistance Towards Funeral Expenses of the Differently Abled Persons

The scheme “Perunthalaivar Karma Veerar Kamarajar Scheme of Financial Assistance Towards Funeral Expenses of the Differently Abled Persons" was launched by the Dept of Social Welfare, Govt of Puducherry. In this scheme, financial assistance of ₹ 15,000/- is provided to meet the funeral expenses.

State Cash

States / UT: Puducherry

Nodal department: Social Welfare Department, Puducherry

Scheme for: Individual

Scheme profile

DBT (direct benefit transfer): No

Categories: Social welfare & Empowerment

Sub-categories: Crisis/Disaster/Accident, Financial assistance

Target beneficiaries: Individual

Tags: Funeral, Death, Disability, Financial Assistance

Details

The scheme “Perunthalaivar Karma Veerar Kamarajar Scheme of Financial Assistance Towards Funeral Expenses of the Differently Abled Persons" was launched by the Department of Social Welfare, Government of Puducherry. In this scheme, financial assistance of ₹ 15,000/- is provided to meet the expenses in connection with funeral, in the event of the death of the differently abled person concerned.

Benefits

  • On the death of the differently abled person financial assistance of ₹15 000/- shall be paid to the claimant

On the death of the differently abled person, financial assistance of ₹ 15,000/- shall be paid to the claimant.

Eligibility

  • The applicant should be a Native/Resident of the Union Territory of Puducherry for at least 5 years.
  • The applicant should have a disability of 40% or above.
  • The claimant should be son/daughter/spouse or any other close relative under whose care and maintenance the differently abled person was living.
  • The application shall be made within 30 days from the date of death of the differently abled person.

Application Process

Offline

Step 1: The interested applicant should visit (during office hours) the Office/ Sub-Office of the Department of Social Welfare, and request the hard copy of the prescribed format of the application form from the staff exclusively entrusted to issue and collect filled-in applications.
OR
The interested applicant should take print of the prescribed format of the application form.
Step 2: In the application form, fill in all the mandatory fields, paste the passport-sized photograph (signed across, if required), 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 authority given below -

  • 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).
    Step 4: Request a receipt or acknowledgement from the concerned authority 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).

Online

Step 1: Visit the Official Website of the e-District Portal of the Government of Puducherry.
Step 2: At the top right corner of the home page, click "Login". In the login screen, click "Register a New Membership".
Step 3: On the Registration Page, fill in all the mandatory fields: Username, Password, Confirm Password, Personal Details (Full Name, First Name, Email Address, Address, Current Address, Gender, Date of Birth, Mobile Number). Agree to the declaration. Fill in the Captcha Code, and click "Signup".
Step 4: Visit the Official Website of the e-District Portal of the Government of Puducherry.
Step 5: At the top right corner of the home page, click "Login". In the login screen, provide your Username and Password, fill in the Captcha Code, and click "Sign In".
Step 6: On the next screen, a list of schemes by the Government of Puducherry will be displayed Department-wise.
Step 7: Click on the scheme you wish to apply for. You will be taken to its online application form.
Step 8: In the application form, fill in all the mandatory fields (marked with a red asterisk) and upload all the mandatory documents (self-attest if required).
Step 9: Tick the declaration stating "I hereby declare that the above-mentioned details are true and correct as per the best of my Knowledge". Submit the application and note the application number for tracking your application. The application number will also be received on your Registered Mobile Number / Registered Email ID.
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Clarifications

Additional points from the scheme information published on myScheme (not legal advice).

Is there any flexibility in the eligibility criteria for disability percentage?
No, the applicant must have a disability of 40% or above to qualify for financial assistance under the scheme.
Can applicants residing outside Puducherry apply for the scheme?
No, only residents of the Union Territory of Puducherry for at least 5 years are eligible to apply for the scheme.
In the regions of Mahe and Yanam, who is the designated authority to address delays in the disbursal of benefits?
Contact the Regional Administrator in Mahe/Yanam for any delays in benefit disbursal in these regions.
Who should be contacted in Karaikal regarding delays in benefit disbursal?
For delays in Karaikal, contact the Collector of Karaikal.
What are the contact details for addressing delays in the disbursal of benefits in Puducherry?
In case of delays, contact the Director, Directorate of Social Welfare, Saradhambal Nagar, Ellaipillaichavadhy, Puducherry.
Within what timeframe should the application be submitted after the death of the differently abled person to avail the financial assistance?
The application for financial assistance must be submitted within 30 days from the date of death of the differently abled person.
Who can claim the financial assistance, and what relationship should they have with the deceased differently abled person?
The claimant must be a close relative, such as a son, daughter, spouse, or any other individual responsible for the care and maintenance of the deceased differently abled person.
Can the financial assistance be claimed for funeral expenses retroactively if the application is submitted after the initial 30-day period?
No, the application must be submitted within 30 days from the date of death to be eligible for the financial assistance; retroactive claims beyond this period are not considered.
How is the financial assistance of ₹15,000 disbursed to the claimant upon the death of the differently abled person?
Upon the death of the individual, the claimant receives the financial assistance of ₹15,000 through the designated channels specified by the scheme.
Is There Any Compensation For The Delay In The Disbursal Of The Scheme Benefits?
The guidelines do not mention any provision for compensation in the event of delayed disbursement of scheme benefits. Applicants should note that compensation for delays is not part of the scheme's framework.
What are the mandatory fields to be filled in the online application form?
The application form requires filling in fields marked with a red asterisk, including personal details and necessary documents.

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