Financial Assistance Scheme for Dependents of Deceased Journalists and Litterateurs - Rajasthan

Description
The "Financial Assistance Scheme for Dependents of Deceased Journalists and Litterateurs" scheme was launched by the Department of Information & Public Relations DIPR , Government of Rajasthan. The scheme aims to provide financial support to the dependents of deceased journalists and litterateurs in situations such as medical emergencies, unemployment, or when there is no other source of income. Eligible dependents under this scheme include an unemployed son below the age of 28 years, an unmarried daughter, the wife, and the parents of the deceased, provided they do not have any other means of financial support. Scheme Implementation The scheme is implemented by a committee constituted by the state government and managed under the Rajasthan Journalist and Litterateur Welfare Fund. The objective is to promote social security and ensure the well-being of media personnel and literary contributors in Rajasthan. Under the scheme, illness covers: Cancer, leprosy, valve replacement, angioplasty, bypass surgery, kidney transplant, brain stroke brain and neurological diseases , epileptic seizures, severe injury in an accident, severe infectious diseases - brain infection, lung infection/pneumonia, severe infection in other organs of the body, general surgery - hernia, appendix, stones in kidney and gall bladder , pregnancy cesarean and serious gynecological diseases, diseases related to excessive bleeding, paralysis/palsy, asthma, Alzheimer's, COVID-19, thyroid, etc.

Benefits
• > **Monetary Assistance for Medical Treatment:**
• Up to ₹1,00,000/- for treatment of critical diseases (e.g., cancer, bypass surgery, kidney transplant, brain stroke, etc.).
• In special cases, the committee may approve up to ₹2,00,000/-.
• > **Monthly Financial Assistance:**
• ₹1,000/- to ₹2,500/- per month for a maximum of one year.

Eligibility Criteria
1. The applicant should be a dependent of a deceased journalist or litterateur.
2. The deceased journalist or litterateur should have been a resident of Rajasthan.
3. The applicant should fall under one of the following categories:
4. - Widow of the deceased journalist or litterateur with no other source of income.
5. - Unemployed son below 28 years of age.
6. - Unmarried daughter.
7. - Father or mother of the deceased, provided they have no other source of income.
8. **Note:** Financial assistance will be given to only one person at a time.

Required Documents
• Identity Proof
• Medical Reports and Prescription (If applicable)
• Proof of income
• Bank Passbook Copy
• Any Other Document if Required

Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Who manages the scheme?
A: Managed by DIPR under a committee formed by the state government.

Q: Who is eligible?
A: Spouse, unmarried daughters, unemployed sons, and aged parents of the journalists and litterateurs.

Q: Is financial help available for health treatment?
A: Yes, for serious diseases like cancer, stroke, kidney failure, etc.

Q: What is the maximum one-time financial aid?
A: ₹1,00,000; ₹2,00,000 in special cases.

Q: What diseases are covered?
A: Cancer, bypass surgery, COVID-19, paralysis, asthma, and many more.

Q: Can I get monthly aid?
A: Yes, ₹1,000 to ₹2,500 per month for a year.

Q: How do I apply?
A: Submit an offline application to DIPR, Jaipur.

Q: Is income proof required?
A: Yes, especially for dependents.

Q: What is the contact office for queries?
A: Directorate, Department of Information & Public Relations, Rajasthan, Jaipur.