"Monthly Grant To Old Crafts Persons (Pension)" Component of the "Development of Handicrafts" Scheme

About This Scheme

The scheme “Monthly Grant To Old Crafts Persons (Pension)” Component of the "Development of Handicrafts" Scheme by the Department of Industries and Commerce, Union Territory of Puducherry, aims to provide pension to artisans in their old age, recognizing their contribution to traditional crafts. Under this scheme, eligible craftspersons receive a monthly grant of ₹2,000/-.

Eligibility

- The applicant should be an artisan who has attained the age of 60 years. - The artisan should be a native or resident of the Union Territory of Puducherry for at least 5 years. - The artisan should have practised the craft for at least 5 years in the Union Territory of Puducherry. - The family income from all sources should not exceed ₹40,000 per annum. - The applicant should not be a recipient of similar financial assistance from any other source.

Benefits

- A monthly grant of ₹2,000/-. This financial assistance continues until the lifetime of the beneficiary, subject to renewal every year. - In the case of the craftsperson's death, the living spouse is entitled to receive ₹1,000/- per month.

How to Apply

Where This Comes From

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