About this social welfare scheme
The scheme aims to provide one-time financial assistance to the dependents of deceased artists and litterateurs.
The “Madhya Pradesh Kalakar Evam Sahityakar Kalyan Kosh Niyam- Death Assistance” scheme has been launched by the Department of Culture, Government of Madhya Pradesh. The scheme aims to provide financial assistance to the legal dependents of deceased artists and litterateurs. Under this scheme, one-time ex-gratia financial support is provided to the lawful heir to help the family cope with financial hardship after the death of the artist or litterateur.
Benefits at a glance
| Scheme name | Madhya Pradesh Kalakar Evam Sahityakar Kalyan Kosh Niyam- Death Assistance (MPKSKKN-DA) |
|---|---|
| Launched by | Culture Department |
| Launch year | 2023 |
| Benefit type | Cash (money paid to your bank account) |
| Category | Social welfare |
| Level / State | State · Madhya Pradesh |
| Official portal | culturemp.in (link at the end of this page) |
Key facts
| Scheme for | Individual |
|---|---|
| Application mode | Offline |
| Last date | Not given in the official listing |
| DBT (direct bank transfer) | No |
| Family income limit | Up to Rs. 2.4 lakh per year |
| Age | 18 to 80 years |
Who can apply (quick check)
- 👤All genders
- 🎂Age 18 to 80 years
- 💰Income Rs. 2.4 lakh tak
- 💼Artists
- 📝Offline
Quick check from official data. Full conditions are in the Eligibility section.
What you receive
- One-time ex-gratia financial assistance of up to Rs. 1,00,000 paid to the legal heir of the deceased artist or litterateur.
NOTE:
- Preference is given to the spouse of the deceased.
- Assistance may continue to other dependents until marriage, employment, or attainment of 21 years of age, whichever is earlier.
Who qualifies
- The applicant should be the legal heir or dependent of the deceased artist or litterateur.
- The deceased should have been an artist or litterateur of Madhya Pradesh.
- The applicant should be a resident of Madhya Pradesh.
- The applicant’s (husband/wife) monthly income should not exceed Rs. 10,000/-.
- The family’s monthly income should not exceed Rs. 20,000/-.
- Families of government employees are not eligible.
Who is not eligible
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Registration walkthrough
Offline
Step 1: The interested applicant downloads the application form (Page No. 8) from the official website.
Step 2: In the application form, fill in all the mandatory fields, and attach copies of all the mandatory documents (self-attest, if required).
Step 3: Submit the duly filled and signed application form along with the documents to the Director, Directorate of Culture, Madhya Pradesh.
Important dates
| Launch / start | 05 Jun 2023 |
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Frequently asked questions
Who can apply for death assistance?
The legal heir or dependent of the deceased artist or litterateur can apply.
What is the maximum assistance amount?
The maximum assistance amount is Rs. 1,00,000.
Is the assistance recurring?
No, the assistance is one-time and non-recurring.
Who is given priority for assistance?
Priority is given to the spouse of the deceased artist or litterateur.
Are government employees’ families eligible?
No, families of government employees are not eligible.
Is Madhya Pradesh residency required?
Yes, the applicant must be a resident of Madhya Pradesh.
Is an income limit applicable?
Yes, the total monthly family income should not exceed Rs. 20,000.
Can children receive assistance?
Yes, dependent children can receive assistance until marriage, employment, or attainment of 21 years of age, whichever is earlier.
What is the mode of payment?
The assistance is provided through direct bank transfer.
Is legal heir proof mandatory?
Yes, submission of a valid legal heir certificate is mandatory.
Where should the application be submitted?
The application should be submitted to the Directorate of Culture, Madhya Pradesh.
Submit your application yourself on the official portal; it costs nothing. Treat anyone demanding money to "get you approved" as a scam.
- Guidelines www.culturemp.in (PDF)
- Official Website www.culturemp.in
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The details on this page are from the official listing and have not been rewritten or reviewed by our team yet. Confirm them on the official portal before applying.
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