Relief During Natural Calamities Such as Cyclone, Flood or Fire (Sainik Welfare)
✓ Information verified — April 2026This scheme provides financial relief to Ex-Servicemen (ESM), their widows, and dependents when they face loss or damage due to natural disasters like cyclones, floods, or fires. It is run by the Armed Forces Flag Day Fund under the Department of Sainik Welfare in Puducherry. The scheme aims to help military families recover from calamities through emergency financial support.
What You Get
- Financial relief up to ₹40,000 during natural calamities
- Covers damage from cyclones, floods, and fires
- Available to registered Ex-Servicemen and their families
- Quick assistance during emergency situations
Who Can Apply
- Age: 18–100 years
- Residence: Puducherry residents only
- Must be a registered Ex-Serviceman (ESM) or their widow
- Dependents of ESM are also eligible
- Resident of Puducherry
- Must have suffered loss due to natural calamity like cyclone, flood, or fire
Documents Needed
0/5 collected
- 1. Aadhaar Card
- 2. Ex-Serviceman Certificate
- 3. Bank Account Details
- 4. Proof of Calamity Damage
- 5. Widow Certificate (if applicable)
How to Apply
- 1Check your eligibility criteria above
- 2Gather all required documents listed below
- 3Visit the official portal (linked below)
- 4Fill the application form online / offline
- 5Submit the form and note your application reference number
- 6Track status on the official portal or visit nearest CSC
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Quick Facts
- Scheme Level
- Puducherry
- Category
- Women & Child
- Target Gender
- All genders
- Age Group
- 18–100 years
- Application
- Check portal
- Last Updated
- 26 Apr 2026
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