Thatched House Repair Grant for Re-thatching & Repairs (Sainik Welfare)
Through the "Thatched House Repair Grant for Re-thatching & Repairs" scheme, up to ₹40,000/- is provided to the registered ESM / Widows of ESM / Dependents of ESM every three years, for the re-thatching & repair of their house. The applicant should be receiving a Subsistence Allowance.
About the Thatched House Repair Grant for Re-thatching & Repairs (Sainik Welfare) Scheme
"Thatched House Repair Grant for Re-thatching & Repairs" 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 every three years, for the re-thatching & repair of their house. The applicant should be receiving a Subsistence Allowance and living in a thatched house. The applications are accepted offline.
Benefits
- The actual cost of damage or a maximum of ₹40,000/- is provided for the re-thatching and repair of the house.
- 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 be receiving Subsistence Allowance.
- The applicant should be living in a thatched house.
How to Apply for Thatched House Repair Grant for Re-thatching & Repairs (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 Thatched House Repair Grant for Re-thatching & Repairs (Sainik Welfare) scheme?
"Thatched House Repair Grant for Re-thatching & Repairs" 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 ES…
Who is eligible for Thatched House Repair Grant for Re-thatching & Repairs (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 be receiving Subsistence Allowance. The applicant should be living in a thatched house.
What benefits does Thatched House Repair Grant for Re-thatching & Repairs (Sainik Welfare) provide?
The actual cost of damage or a maximum of ₹40,000/- is provided for the re-thatching and repair of the house. The amount, as decided by the Management Committee, is credited to the beneficiary’s Bank Account through RTGS/ NEFT.
How can I apply for Thatched House Repair Grant for Re-thatching & Repairs (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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