Antheyesthi Anudan Yojana

Description
The "Antheyesthi Anudan Yojana" was launched by the Social Justice and Empowerment Department, Government of Rajasthan, aims to provide financial assistance for the dignified last rites of unclaimed and destitute deceased individuals. Under the scheme, voluntary organizations/NGOs that carry out the last rites cremation of any unclaimed or destitute person will be provided with an amount of ₹5,000/- for making the necessary arrangements and materials for the cremation. Objectives: The objective of this scheme is to provide financial assistance to voluntary organizations that perform the last rites cremation of any unclaimed or destitute person of any age/caste/class who has died either naturally or due to an accident within the state& 39;s jurisdiction.

Benefits
• A one-time grant of ₹5,000 is provided to voluntary organizations for conducting the last rites of unclaimed or destitute deceased individuals.

Eligibility Criteria
1. The applicant should be a voluntary organization recognized by the state government.
2. The voluntary organization should be registered under the Societies Act.
3. The voluntary organization should be actively working in the welfare of destitute and helpless individuals or have prior experience in this field.
4. The financial condition of the voluntary organization should be strong.
5. The voluntary organization should not have been penalized or blacklisted in the past for any reason.
6. The deceased should be identified as unclaimed or destitute, with no known family or relatives to perform the last rites.
7. The death should have occurred within the jurisdiction of Rajasthan.
8. The organization should agree to conduct the last rites of the unclaimed or destitute deceased immediately at its own level with full legal procedure and to receive reimbursement of the amount fixed under this scheme from the State Government.

Required Documents
• Photo of the Deceased
• Death Certificate of the Deceased
• Unclaimed Body Report (issued by the local police or competent authority of the concerned police station/police)
• Destitute Certificate (issued by the Village Secretary/Sarpanch/Councilor/Officer of Municipality, Municipal Council, Municipal Corporation)
• Organization's Registration Certificate (issued by the recognition by the state government)
• Affidavit of the office bearer of the organization conducting the cremation and certificate of being unclaimed or destitute.
• Any other documents as required

Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Who can apply for this scheme?
A: Recognized voluntary organizations conducting last rites for unclaimed or destitute deceased individuals.

Q: What financial assistance is provided?
A: A one-time grant of [?]5,000 per deceased individual.

Q: Can family members apply?
A: No, this scheme is only for unclaimed or destitute deceased individuals.

Q: What documents are required?
A: Death Certificate, Unclaimed Body Report, Organization's Registration Certificate, and an Affidavit.

Q: Where to submit the application?
A: Social Justice and Empowerment Department or designated local offices.

Q: Is there a time limit to apply?
A: Apply as soon as possible after death for timely assistance.

Q: Can multiple applications be made for the same deceased?
A: No, only one application per deceased individual is allowed.

Q: Are there income criteria for the applicant organization?
A: No, there are no income-based eligibility conditions.

Q: Does the scheme cover natural and accidental deaths?
A: Yes, it covers all unclaimed or destitute deceased individuals.

Q: Can charitable organizations apply?
A: Yes, recognized charitable organizations can apply.