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Kalakar Kritadnyata Nidhi: Compensation Towards Natural Calamities

The scheme aims to financially assist the Goan artists to meet expenses towards repair or construction of their houses damaged due to natural calamities. The maximum financial assistance provided under this component is ₹25,000/- or the valuation done by the Taluka Mamlatdar.

Authority

State/ UT

Region

Goa

Status

Verified 2026

Updated

March 2026

What you get

- Financial assistance shall be provided to meet expenses towards the repair or construction of a house damaged due to natural calamities. | - The quantum of financial assistance shall be a maximum of ₹25,000/- or as per the valuation done by the concerned Taluka Mamlatdar, whichever is less.

Who can apply

The applicant must be a Goan, i.e., born and brought up in Goa.; The applicant must be recognized as an artist by the Directorate of Art & Culture, Government of Goa.; The income of the family of the applicant (from all sources) must not exceed ₹2,00,000/- per annum.; The artist must not be less than 50 years in age. (The Government may relax the age criteria for deserving cases under special circumstances.); The applicant must be in need of funds to meet expenses towards repair or construction of their house damaged due to natural calamities.

Required Paperwork

  • Aadhaar Card
  • PAN Card
  • Income Certificate
  • Residence Proof (Domicile)

Common Questions

What is the maximum amount of financial assistance that I can receive if my house has been damaged by a natural disaster?

The financial assistance is either ₹25,000/- or the amount determined by the concerned Taluka Mamlatdar's valuation report, whichever is lower.

Is there any age requirement that needs to be fulfilled by an artist to be eligible for this assistance?

Yes, the artist must be at least 50 years of age, although the Government may relax this criterion for deserving cases under special circumstances.

What happens if I have already received compensation for the same damage from another government source or scheme?

You will not be eligible for this assistance if you have already claimed or received benefits from any other sources for the same purpose.

Can an artist who was born in Goa but later moved to another state apply for this scheme?

No, the applicant must be a Goan artist who was born and brought up in the state of Goa to be eligible.

If my annual family income is slightly above ₹2,00,000/-, will I still be considered for this financial assistance?

No, the annual family income from all sources must not exceed ₹2,00,000/- per annum to qualify for this assistance.

What specific document do I need to submit to prove the extent of damage caused to my house?

You must submit a valuation report from the concerned Taluka Mamlatdar that assesses the damage to your house.

Is it necessary to be officially recognized by any government department to qualify for this compensation towards natural calamities?

Yes, you must be recognized as an artist by the Directorate of Art & Culture, Government of Goa to be eligible.

Can I use this financial assistance for constructing a new house or is it only for repairing an existing damaged house?

The assistance can be used for both repair and construction of the house that has been damaged due to natural calamities.

What types of natural calamities are covered under this component of the scheme for providing compensation to artists?

The scheme covers houses damaged due to natural calamities, although specific types of calamities are not explicitly listed in the guidelines.

Do I need to provide a birth certificate as part of my application for this natural calamity compensation?

Yes, a birth certificate is listed among the documents required for the application process under this scheme.

Is proof of my income required to establish eligibility, and from which authority should this certificate be obtained?

Yes, an income certificate is required as part of the documents, and it should be obtained from the competent authority.

If the Taluka Mamlatdar's valuation report shows damage worth ₹30,000/-, what amount will I receive as financial assistance?

You will receive ₹25,000/- as that is the maximum ceiling amount, even though the valuation is higher.