The Government of Puducherry introduced the Grant Of Financial Assistance For The Funeral Expenses Of Old Age/Destitute Pensioner Scheme to extend a helping hand by way of monthly financial assistance to Old Age/Destitute Pensioners.
About This Scheme
The Government of Puducherry introduced the Grant Of Financial Assistance For The Funeral Expenses Of Old Age/Destitute Pensioner Scheme to extend a helping hand by way of monthly financial assistance of âš.500/- to Old Age/Destitute Pensioners who are suffering from T.B./Cancer to meet out the medical expenses.
Benefits
âš Rs.500/- pm in addition to the old age pension amount.
Eligibility Criteria
Old Age and Destitute pensioners suffering from T.B./Cancer.
Application Process
Apply Offline
Whom to Apply
Puducherry: The Deputy Director (Social Defence), Old Age Pension Section, Department of Women and Child Development, Puducherry.
Karaikal: The Child Development Project Officer, Karaikal.
Mahe/Yanam: The Welfare Officer, Mahe/ Yanam.
Processing Time
Depending upon arising of vacancy in the Old Age Pension beneficiaries due to death and other reasons.
In case of delay whom to contact?
Puducherry: The Director, Department of Women and Child Development, Sithankudi, Puducherry.
Karaikal: The Collector, Karaikal.
Mahe/Yanam: The Regional Administrator, Mahe/Yanam.
Official Source: View on myScheme.gov.in