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Funeral Assistance Scheme (Madhya Pradesh)

Launched on 13th August 2013, the "Funeral Assistance Scheme" by the Department of Social Justice and Empowerment, Govt. Madhya Pradesh provides ₹3,000/- for the last rites of destitute or unclaimed bodies. The scheme also supports families registered under labour schemes.

Start date13 Aug 2013
Last verifiedToday

About This Scheme

Launched on 13th August 2013, the "Funeral Assistance Scheme" by the Department of Social Justice and Empowerment, Government of Madhya Pradesh, provides ₹3,000/- for the last rites of destitute individuals and unclaimed bodies. The scheme also supports families registered under labour schemes, especially those in the unorganized sector, who struggle to afford last rites due to financial constraints. The scheme helps ease this burden by providing essential funds for performing the final rites.

Benefits

₹3.0K

A financial assistance of ₹3,000/- is provided.

Eligibility

Note: You may be eligible based on the information shown. Please verify the official eligibility requirements before applying.

Required Documents

  • Certificate issued by the place of cremation/resting place/graveyard etc. of the deceased.
  • Death certificate.
  • FIR in case of death due to accident, quarrel etc.
  • FIR and Panchnama in case of unclaimed dead body.
  • Doctor's certificate in case of death in hospital.
  • Address Proof
  • Bank Passbook/Bank Account Details
  • Any other documents as required

✦ Required ◦ Optional

How to Apply

IIn-person

Step 1: The applicant should visit the Gram Panchayat or Public Service Center during office hours and request a hard copy of the prescribed application form from the concerned authority.

Step 2: Fill in all the mandatory fields in the application form. Paste a passport-sized photograph (signed across, if required), and attach copies of all necessary documents (self-attested, if required).

Step 3: After applying, the applicant will receive an acknowledgement receipt from the office, confirming that the application has been received.

Step 4: The submitted documents will be verified by the District Panchayat/ Gram Panchayat/ Urban Body or Ward Office depending on to whom the application was submitted.

Step 5: Upon submission of the completed application form and the necessary documents, make sure to take a photocopy of the filled application form and the acknowledgement receipt for your future reference.

Post Application Processes

Once the documents are verified and found to be correct, the application will be approved, and the applicant’s name will be added to the pension proposal for that month.

NOTE: If any discrepancies or missing information are found, the application will be rejected. In such cases, the applicant will receive a written notice specifying the reason for rejection, and the rejection will be duly recorded in the system.

Quick Info

Level
Central Government
Max benefit
₹3.0K
Launched
13 Aug 2013