In an effort to provide succour to orphaned children of ex-servicemen, the Government on Friday enhanced the financial aid from Rs 1,000 to Rs 3,000 per month. It will enable them to lead a better life with respect and honour.
Giving details of the decision, officials said here in line with government’s policy of ease of living and dignified life for all citizens and as a humanitarian gesture to Armed Services, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh has approved the enhancement of financial aid to the orphaned children.
Kendriya Sainik Board (KSB) runs this scheme which is funded from Raksha Mantri Ex-Servicemen Welfare Fund (RMEWF). It is a subset of Armed Forces Flag Day Fund.
The present scheme is meant for orphaned child who is a legitimate offspring aged below 21 years in case of son or unmarried daughter of any Ex-Serviceman. PNS