Many eligible families in Andhra Pradesh and Telangana are missing out on government support simply due to lack of awareness. Under the National Family Benefit Scheme (NFBS), families that lose their primary breadwinner are entitled to receive ₹20,000 financial assistance.
Nalgonda District Collector Ila Tripathi urged all eligible households to apply for this benefit, stressing that the scheme is designed to provide immediate relief to families struggling after the sudden death of their head of household.
The scheme, implemented jointly by the Central and State Governments, aims to:
Provide one-time financial support of ₹20,000
Assist families facing financial distress due to the death of their earning member
Help dependents recover and meet essential needs like education, food, and household expenses
Since April 1, 2017, the scheme has been extended to cover deaths of both male and female heads of households, ensuring broader protection.
To claim the benefit, families must submit:
Death certificate of the deceased
Aadhaar card
Bank account details
Other supporting documents as required
Once verified, the financial assistance is directly transferred to the beneficiary's bank account.
With population growth in urban and semi-urban areas, the number of applications has been rising steadily. Collector Tripathi noted that proposals have been sent to increase staff for faster processing of claims.
She also highlighted the scheme's importance during a medical camp in Miryalaguda, where local MLAs, officials, and municipal leaders joined to raise awareness.
Authorities emphasize that the ₹20,000 assistance is not just emergency relief-it is also intended to help families continue children's education, manage daily expenses, and explore new livelihood opportunities.
"This scheme gives immediate hope to grieving families, helping them rebuild their lives with dignity," said the Collector.
The National Family Benefit Scheme ensures that no family is left helpless after losing its primary earner. Eligible households are encouraged to apply without delay and make use of this crucial support.