Grant Of Financial Assistance For The Funeral Expenses Of Old Age/ Destitute Pensioner

The Government of Puducherry introduced the Grant Of Financial Assistance For The Funeral Expenses Of Old Age/Destitute Pensioner Scheme to extend a helping hand by way of monthly...

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Benefits

Eligibility (who can apply)

Old Age and Destitute pensioners suffering from T.B./Cancer.

How to Apply

  1. **Offline**
  2. > Whom to Apply
  3. - Puducherry: The Deputy Director (Social Defence), Old Age Pension Section, Department of Women and Child Development, Puducherry.- Karaikal: The Child Development Project Officer, Karaikal.- Mahe/Yanam: The Welfare Officer, Mahe/ Yanam.
  4. > Processing Time
  5. - Depending upon arising of vacancy in the Old Age Pension beneficiaries due to death and other reasons.
  6. > In case of delay whom to contact?
  7. - Puducherry: The Director, Department of Women and Child Development, Sithankudi, Puducherry.- Karaikal: The Collector, Karaikal.- Mahe/Yanam: The Regional Administrator, Mahe/Yanam.

Frequently Asked Questions

Who is eligible for Grant Of Financial Assistance For The Funeral Expenses Of Old Age/ Destitute Pensioner / what is the eligibility?

Old Age and Destitute pensioners suffering from T.B./Cancer.

What are the benefits of Grant Of Financial Assistance For The Funeral Expenses Of Old Age/ Destitute Pensioner?

1. ₹ Rs.500/- pm in addition to the old age pension amount.

How to apply online for Grant Of Financial Assistance For The Funeral Expenses Of Old Age/ Destitute Pensioner?

**Offline** > Whom to Apply - Puducherry: The Deputy Director (Social Defence), Old Age Pension Section, Department of Women and Child Development, Puducherry.- Karaikal: The Child Development Project Officer, Karaikal.- Mahe/Yanam: The Welfare Officer, Mahe/ Yanam. > Processing Time -...

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Last updated: 05 Jul 2026