Financial Assistance Scheme for Journalists and Litterateurs - Rajasthan

Description
The "Financial Assistance Scheme for 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 journalists and litterateurs for the treatment of critical illnesses, medical emergencies and no source of income. The scheme is implemented by a committee constituted by the state government and managed under the Rajasthan Journalist and Litterateur Welfare Fund. 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& 39;s, COVID-19, thyroid, etc.

Benefits
• 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/-.
• ₹1,000 to ₹2,500 per month for a maximum of one year to unemployed journalists or those without income due to illness or old age.

Eligibility Criteria
1. The applicant should be a resident of Rajasthan.
2. The applicant should be a journalist or litterateur.
3. The journalist or litterateur should meet one or more of the following criteria:
4. - Suffering from incurable diseases such as tuberculosis, cancer, leprosy, or requiring treatment for serious conditions like valve replacement, transplantation, angioplasty, bypass surgery, or kidney-related ailments.
5. - Unemployed due to ill health and without any other source of income.
6. - Aged 60 years or above and having no other source of income.
7. - Eligible on any other humanitarian grounds as recommended by the designated Committee.
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 age
• Income Certificate
• Bank Passbook Copy
• Any Other Document if Required

Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What is the Journalist Financial Assistance Facility?
A: A financial aid scheme for journalists/litterateurs in Rajasthan.

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

Q: Who is eligible?
A: Accredited/non-accredited journalists, 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: Can the committee deny aid?
A: Yes, if the applicant eligibility is not met.

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

Q: Can the amount be increased?
A: Yes, in special cases up to ₹2,00,000.

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

Q: Who reviews the application?
A: All applications will be reviewed by the Rajasthan Journalist Welfare Fund Committee. Upon verifying eligibility and other necessary details, the Committee will issue appropriate orders, which will be implemented by the Member Secretary.