Financial Assistance for Medical Treatment of Journalists
About Financial Assistance for Medical Treatment of Journalists
The Tamil Development, Religious Endowments, and Information Department scheme was launched by the "Financial Assistance for Medical Treatment of Journalists". Under this scheme, financial assistance was provided to four Journalists for medical treatment and to the daughter of a journalist for surgery. The total financial assistance extended under the scheme was ₹50,000/-.
Benefits
- Medical Assistant of ₹50,000/-.
Who is Eligible
- The petitioner should be working as a full-time working journalist.
- The petitioner should have work experience of at least 5 years.
- The petitioner must apply within three months of undergoing medical treatment.
- The annual income shall not be taken into account for obtaining medical assistance funds for journalists.
- The treatment must be conducted in hospitals recognized by the Tamil Nadu State Hospital Organization.
- The retired journalist receiving government pension are eligible to apply but they will receive 50% of the financial assistance.
How to Apply
Offline
Step 1: The interested applicant can download the application form 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 District Information and Public Relations Officer.
Step 4: Request a receipt or acknowledgment from the District Information and Public Relations Officer to whom the application has been submitted. Ensure that the receipt contains essential details such as the date and time of submission, and a unique identification number (if applicable).
NOTE 1: If there is less space for writing details in the forms, write the details on a separate sheet of paper and attach it to the application.
NOTE 2: Candidate should send two completed application forms with all details duly filled and attached with relevant certificates.
Documents Required
- Proof of employment / Copy of government order issued for receiving pension (only if receiving pension)
- Income Certificate
- Experience Certificate
- Residential Certificate - Copy of family card / Voter ID card
- Two photographs
- Treatment Certificate (A certificate from a recognized hospital regarding the disease from which the applicant is suffering)
- Tentative Cost Copy (the type of treatment/surgery required, and an approximate estimate of the cost of surgery, with the doctor's and hospital's round seal, should be attached to the application)
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is the Journalists Medical Fund?
The Journalists Medical Fund provides financial assistance of up to [?]50,000/- for medical treatment to full-time working journalists in Tamil Nadu.
- Who is eligible to apply for this fund?
Full-time working journalists with at least 5 years of experience are eligible. This includes those in receipt of government pension, albeit at a reduced rate.
- Are there any income criteria to be eligible for the fund?
No, annual income is not considered for eligibility.
- What are the application channels for journalists outside Chennai?
Journalists in districts excluding Chennai should apply through the District Information and Public Relations Officer.
- Is there a specific time frame within which the application must be submitted?
Yes, applications must be submitted within three months of undergoing medical treatment.
- Can retired journalists receiving government pension apply?
Yes, retired journalists receiving government pensions can apply, but they will receive 50% of the financial assistance provided to full-time journalists.
- What type of documentation is required with the application?
Applicants must submit the medical treatment completion report and original medical bills.
- Which hospitals are covered under this scheme?
Treatment must be conducted in hospitals recognized by the Tamil Nadu State Hospital Organization, as per the regulations issued by the Department of Public Welfare and Family Welfare.
- What diseases are covered under this scheme?
Coverage is provided for diseases as per the regulations issued by the Tamil Nadu State Hospital Organization.
- How is the amount of financial assistance determined?
The amount is decided by the Journalists Welfare Fund Nominating Committee based on the nature of the illness and the cost of treatment.
- Is prior approval required before undergoing treatment?
The scheme does not specify prior approval, but the application must be submitted post-treatment within the stipulated time frame.
- Can journalists apply multiple times for different treatments?
The scheme does not specify limits on multiple applications; however, each application is subject to the rules and committee's decision.
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