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National family Benefit Scheme-Himachal Pradesh

The objective of this scheme is to provide one-time financial assistance to Below Poverty Line families in case of the death of the main earning member aged between 18 and 59 years.

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About This Scheme

The National Family Benefit Scheme, implemented by the Department of Social Justice and Empowerment, Himachal Pradesh, provides lump-sum financial assistance to families living below the poverty line in the event of the death of the main breadwinner. If the primary earning member of the family, whether male or female, dies between the ages of 18 and 59 years, an assistance of ₹20,000/- is provided.

Benefits

₹20.0K

Financial assistance of ₹20,000/- is provided under the scheme.

Eligibility

Note: You may be eligible based on the information shown. Please verify the official eligibility requirements before applying.
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    The applicant should be a resident of Himachal Pradesh.

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    The applicant should be a family member or dependent of the deceased person.

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    The deceased should have been the primary breadwinner (the main earning member of the family).

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    The family of the deceased must be living Below the Poverty Line (BPL).

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    At the time of death, the deceased must have been between 18 and 59 years old.

Required Documents

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    Aadhaar Card
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    Passport-size Photograph
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    Identity Proof i.e. Voter ID Card or Driving License
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    Death Certificate of the Deceased Person
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    Proof of Age of the Deceased Person
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    Below Poverty Line (BPL) Card/ Ration Card
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    Caste Certificate (if applicable)
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    Address Proof
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    Bank Passbook/Bank Account Details
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    Any other documents as required

✦ Required ◦ Optional

How to Apply

IIn-person

Step1: Submit the application form to the concerned Block Development Officer, Project Officer (DRDA), Director Rural Development, District Welfare Officer, or Tehsil Welfare Officer.

Step2: Application verification and approval is carried out by the concerned authority after checking the submitted documents.

Quick Info

Level
Central Government
Max benefit
₹20.0K

Available In

Himachal Pradesh

Categories

Social welfare & Empowerment

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