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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.

Authority

State/ UT

Region

Puducherry

Status

Verified 2026

Updated

March 2026

What you get

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

Who can apply

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.

Required Paperwork

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

Common Questions

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.