Destitute Widow Pension Scheme

About This Scheme

The 'Destitute Widow Pension Scheme' is a state scheme launched by the Social Welfare and Women Empowerment Department, Government of Tamil Nadu. The scheme aims to provide a pension of ₹1,000/- to the destitute widows who are 18 years and above in age. The widow is also provided with one free saree during Pongal and Deepavali, and free rice in the Anganwadi Centres. Interested applicants should apply via CSC.

Eligibility

1. The applicant should be a widow. 1. The applicant should be destitute. 1. The applicant's age should be 18 years and above. 1. The applicant's fixed assets should not exceed ₹1,00,000/-.

Benefits

Pension: - ₹1,000/- per month. Free Clothes during Pongal and Deepavali: - One free saree. Free Rice in Anganwadi Centres: - 2kg/month to those who are taking nutritious meals. - 4kg/month to those who are not taking nutritious meals.

How to Apply

Where This Comes From

This scheme was sourced from myScheme, the Government of India's official Central+State scheme discovery portal, and reviewed by an editor before publishing. Use the button above to read the full details and apply directly on the official source.