Deepawali Cash Gift Scheme (PULWS)
The Deepawali Cash Gift Scheme provides ₹500 to unorganized workers in Puducherry during Diwali.
Key facts
| Benefit | ₹500 one-time cash gift |
|---|---|
| Who | Unorganized workers in Puducherry |
| How paid | Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) to bank account |
| Implemented by | Puducherry Unorganised Labourers' Welfare Society |
| Application window | Apply during the Diwali festival period |
Benefits
Eligible beneficiaries receive a one-time cash gift of ₹500 during the Diwali festival, credited directly to their bank accounts.
Who can apply
- Age 18–59
- For: taxi driver, auto driver, shop worker, caterer, carpenter, hair dresser, tailor, cycle rickshaw driver, cobbler, washerman, goldsmith, blacksmith, brass vessel maker, sculptor, loading worker, unloading worker, tree climber, pottery worker, coir worker, toddy tapper, bullock cart driver, thatcher, cook, hawker, newspaper vendor, bricks and tiles worker, domestic worker, light music instrument player, automobile workshop worker
- Resident of Puducherry
- not income tax payer
- no government employee in family
- poor household
- has savings bank account
Applicants must be Indian citizens residing in Puducherry, aged between 18 and 59, and engaged in specified unorganized occupations. They should not be income tax payers, have no government employees in their family, belong to poor households, and possess a savings bank account.
How to apply
Applications must be submitted offline at the Puducherry Unorganised Labourer's Welfare Society office.
- Visit the Puducherry Unorganised Labourer's Welfare Society office at No.1, Rue Sufferen, Puducherry.
- Obtain the application form from the concerned authority free of cost.
- Complete the application form and attach required documents, self-attesting where necessary.
- Submit the filled application form and documents to the authority.
- Request a receipt or acknowledgement of your application submission.
Documents required
- Two Passport-size Photographs
- Residential/Domicile Certificate
- Original Birth Certificate
- Last Subscription Bill
- Society ID Card/ Proof of Registration
- Aadhaar Card
- Ration Card
- Bank Details
Common problems and how to fix them
| Problem | What to do |
|---|---|
| Application not acknowledged | Request a receipt or acknowledgement from the authority when submitting the application to ensure you have proof of submission. |
| Payment not received | Ensure that the bank account details provided in the application are correct and that you are enrolled with the Puducherry Unorganised Labourers' Welfare Society. |
Frequently asked questions
Who administers the Deepawali Cash Gift Scheme?
The scheme is managed by the Puducherry Unorganised Labourers' Welfare Society under the Labour Department of Puducherry.
How is the cash benefit disbursed?
The cash gift is transferred directly to the beneficiary's bank account through Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT).
Are applications accepted online?
No, applications for this scheme are only accepted offline at the designated office.
What are the eligibility criteria for this scheme?
Applicants must be Indian citizens, residents of Puducherry, aged 18-59, and engaged in specific unorganized occupations.
What documents are required to apply?
Required documents include two passport-size photographs, a residential certificate, a birth certificate, and several identification and bank details.
Is self-attestation needed for the documents?
Yes, applicants must self-attest the copies of all mandatory documents when submitting their application.
Always confirm the latest details on the official portal before applying.
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