What you get
Financial Assistance: | - For Funeral ₹2,000/- | - For Natural Death ₹15,000/-
Who can apply
Required Paperwork
- Aadhaar Card
- PAN Card
- Income Certificate
- Residence Proof (Domicile)
Common Questions
Who is eligible for the natural death and funeral assistance scheme?
All registered folk artistes who have passed away are eligible.
What is the amount provided for funeral assistance?
The amount provided for funeral assistance is [?]2000.
What is the amount provided for natural death assistance?
The amount provided for natural death assistance is [?]15000.
Who can claim the assistance?
The nominee of the deceased registered folk artiste can claim the assistance.
What documents need to be submitted with the application?
The death certificate of the deceased and the original identity card issued to the deceased registered folk artiste must be submitted.
Who authorizes the sanctioning of the assistance?
The Secretary or any other Officer authorized by the board sanctions the assistance.
Can the assistance be claimed for both natural death and funeral?
Yes, assistance can be claimed for both natural death and funeral.
What is the first step to claim the assistance?
The first step is to obtain and complete Form VIII and gather the required documents (death certificate and original identity card).
What is the contact information for the appellate authority?
The appellate authority is A. Daniel Premnath, Secretary, Tamilnadu Folk Artiste's Welfare Board, Government Music College Campus, Greenways Road, Chennai - 28. Phone Nos. 044-615156 & 24613430.
Is the nominee required to be a family member of the deceased?
Yes, the nominee is typically a family member designated by the deceased.