Destitute Widow Pension Scheme (DWPS)
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.
- 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.
- The applicant should be a widow.
- The applicant should be destitute.
- The applicant’s age should be 18 years and above.
- The applicant’s fixed assets should not exceed ₹1,00,000/-.
Required documents
- Applicant's Photo.
- Aadhaar Card.
- Proof of Age.
- Aadhaar Consent Form.
- Smart Ration Card or Any Address Proof.
- Husband Death Certificate.
- Self–declaration of Applicant.
- Widow Certificate.
- Any Identity Proof (Voter ID Card, Passport, PAN Card, Driving License).
- Bank Passbook.
