Relief During Natural Calamities Such as Cyclone, Flood or Fire (Sainik Welfare)
"Relief During Natural Calamities Such as Cyclone, Flood or Fire" is a Welfare Scheme by the Armed Forces Flag Day Fund of the Dept of Sainik Welfare, Puducherry. Through this scheme, up to ₹40,000/- is provided to the registered ESM / Widows/Dependents of ESM as a relief during natural calamities.
About the Relief During Natural Calamities Such as Cyclone, Flood or Fire (Sainik Welfare) Scheme
"Relief During Natural Calamities Such as Cyclone, Flood or Fire" is a Welfare Scheme by the Armed Forces Flag Day Fund of the Department of Sainik Welfare, Puducherry. Through this scheme, up to ₹40,000/- is provided to the registered ESM / Widows of ESM / Dependents of ESM as a relief during natural calamities such as cyclones, floods or fires. The applications are accepted offline.
Benefits
- The actual cost of damage or a maximum of ₹40,000/- is provided as a relief during natural calamities such as cyclone, flood or fire.
- The amount, as decided by the Management Committee, is credited to the beneficiary’s Bank Account through RTGS/ NEFT.
Eligibility Criteria
- The applicant should be an Ex-serviceman/Widow of an Ex-serviceman/Dependent of an Ex-serviceman.- The applicant should be registered with the Department of Sainik Welfare, Puducherry.
- The applicant should have suffered from natural calamities such as cyclone, flood or fire.
How to Apply for Relief During Natural Calamities Such as Cyclone, Flood or Fire (Sainik Welfare)
Application mode: Offline
Step 1: The interested applicant should visit (on a working day, and during working hours) the Rajya Sainik Board, Jawan Bhawan, Department of Sainik Welfare, Government of Puducherry, 261, Lawspet Main Road, Pakkamudianpet, Puducherry Road, Lawspet, Puducherry - 605013, India, and request a hard copy of the prescribed format of the application form from the concerned authority.
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: The interested applicant should submit the duly filled and signed application form and the documents to the concerned authority at the Rajya Sainik Board.
Step 4: A receipt of the application will be assigned to the applicant by the concerned authority.
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> Queries/Complaints/Suggestions/Grievances
Address: 261, Lawspet Main Road, Pakkamudianpet, Puducherry Road, Lawspet, Puducherry - 605013, India
Phone Number: (+91)(0413) 2253107
Email: dirdsw.pon@nic.in
Hours: Monday - Friday, 2:30 pm to 5:00 pm
Exclusions
The scope of this scheme will not apply to those ESM / living spouse/widows who are re-employed as regular / deemed to be regular in Government/Public Sector Undertakings/Private Organizations and self-employed IT assesses.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Relief During Natural Calamities Such as Cyclone, Flood or Fire (Sainik Welfare) scheme?
"Relief During Natural Calamities Such as Cyclone, Flood or Fire" is a Welfare Scheme by the Armed Forces Flag Day Fund of the Department of Sainik Welfare, Puducherry. Through this scheme, up to ₹40,000/- is provided to the registered ESM / Widows of ESM / Dependents…
Who is eligible for Relief During Natural Calamities Such as Cyclone, Flood or Fire (Sainik Welfare)?
The applicant should be an Ex-serviceman/Widow of an Ex-serviceman/Dependent of an Ex-serviceman.- The applicant should be registered with the Department of Sainik Welfare, Puducherry. The applicant should have suffered from natural calamities such as cyclone, flood or fire.
What benefits does Relief During Natural Calamities Such as Cyclone, Flood or Fire (Sainik Welfare) provide?
The actual cost of damage or a maximum of ₹40,000/- is provided as a relief during natural calamities such as cyclone, flood or fire. The amount, as decided by the Management Committee, is credited to the beneficiary’s Bank Account through RTGS/ NEFT.
How can I apply for Relief During Natural Calamities Such as Cyclone, Flood or Fire (Sainik Welfare)?
Step 1: The interested applicant should visit (on a working day, and during working hours) the Rajya Sainik Board, Jawan Bhawan, Department of Sainik Welfare, Government of Puducherry, 261, Lawspet Main Road, Pakkamudianpet, Puducherry Road, Lawspet, Puducherry - 605013, India, and request a hard c…
Source: official scheme details published on the Government of India's myScheme portal. Always verify eligibility and deadlines on the official portal before applying. Scheme rules can change.
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