Financial Assistance for Renovation and Special Repair Works to Hindu Religious Institutions Situated in Economically Weaker Section Areas / Adi-Dravidar Colonies provides a one-time grant of ₹2,50,000 to eligible Hindu religious institutions. This scheme supports temple infrastructure development by funding the purchase of building materials for essential repairs.
Financial Assistance for Renovation and Special Repair Works to Hindu Religious Institutions Situated in Economically Weaker Section Areas - Adi-Dravidar Colonies - Introduction
Financial Assistance for Renovation and Special Repair Works to Hindu Religious Institutions Situated in Economically Weaker Section Areas / Adi-Dravidar Colonies provides one-time financial support of ₹2,50,000 to help you with renovation and special repairs. This initiative specifically funds the purchase of building materials for temples located within Adi-Dravidar colonies or Economically Weaker Section areas.
This initiative, managed by the Hindu Religious Institutions and Wakf Department, Union Territory of Puducherry, supports institutions that do not fall under its direct administrative control. If you manage such a temple, you should submit your application offline using the prescribed form to start the renovation process.
Key Information
| Scheme Name | Financial Assistance for Renovation and Special Repair Works to Hindu Religious Institutions Situated in Economically Weaker Section Areas / Adi-Dravidar Colonies |
| Level | State |
| Scheme for | Individual |
| State | Puducherry |
| Beneficiary Type | Religious Institutions |
| Benefit Amount | ₹2,50,000 |
| Nodal Department | Hindu Religious Institutions and Wakf Department, Puducherry |
Benefits
You will receive a one-time grant of ₹2,50,000 per temple. You should use these funds specifically for purchasing building materials like cement, bricks, and steel required for your renovation or special repair works.
Eligibility
To apply for this support, you should meet the following criteria:
- You must be the authorized representative of the temple.
- The temple you represent must not be under the direct purview of the Department of Hindu Religious Institutions.
- The temple must be located within an Adi-Dravidar colony or an Economically Weaker Section area.
Application Process
Offline Submission
Step 1: You should obtain the prescribed application form online or request a hard copy from your local temple authority.
Step 2: Fill in all details carefully and attach the required documents.
Step 3: Submit your signed application to the designated authority at the temple.
Post-Application Procedure
- An official from the Department of Hindu Religious Institutions and Wakf will inspect your temple premises.
- Following the inspection, your submitted estimates will undergo a technical evaluation for approval.
- Your application will be processed within one month of the inspection.
- You may receive the first installment within three months, depending on the government budget.
- To claim the final installment, you should submit original vouchers for materials worth ₹2,50,000, a utilization certificate, and a certificate from a Chartered Accountant.
Documents
Application Stage Requirements:
- Plan and estimates prepared by a registered engineer.
- Ownership documentation such as a Patta copy.
- If you lack a direct ownership document, submit a certificate from the Taluk Office covering the survey number and land extent.
- No Objection Certificate (NOC) if the land is government puramboke or municipal property.
- Proof of donation if the land is privately owned.
- Recent photographs of the temple from all sides.
- A copy of the temple bank account passbook.
- A Form-B certificate from an officer nominated by the Commissioner regarding your annual income.
- Details of the Board of Trustees or village committee.
- A brief history of the temple.
Benefit Disbursal Stage (For Second Installment):
- Original payment vouchers for building materials totaling at least ₹2,50,000.
- A formal utilization certificate.
- Certification from a Chartered Accountant regarding the work completion and fund usage.
FAQ's
If our temple is in an Economically Weaker Section area, what is the maximum assistance we can receive?
You can receive a one-time grant of ₹2,50,000 specifically for renovation and repair works.
What document proves our annual income for this application?
You must provide a Form-B certificate issued by an official nominated by the Commissioner of Hindu Religious Institutions to confirm your total annual income.
What if our temple land is privately owned?
You must provide legal proof confirming that the land has been donated to the temple.
How long does the application processing take?
After a physical inspection, your application will be processed within one month.
Is the grant provided as a single payment?
No, the assistance of ₹2,50,000 is released in two installments.
Are photographs of the temple mandatory?
Yes, you must submit photos showing the current condition of the temple premises with your application.
Who must prepare the project estimates?
A registered engineer must prepare and certify your renovation plans and cost estimates.
What happens if we do not spend the full amount?
You must surrender any unutilized funds to the Commissioner, Hindu Religious Institutions, Puducherry.