This scheme by the Department of Information & Publicity, Puducherry, assists media persons in procuring necessary technology for their socio-political awareness work.
Benefits
- Financial Assistance: Up to ₹15,000/-.
- Purpose: Purchase of a brand new personal computer (desktop) or portable computer (laptop).
- The amount is handed over by the Member Secretary-cum-Director upon receipt of Form-VI.
Eligibility
- Citizen of India and native of Puducherry (birth or 10+ years residence).
- Must have 5 years of service as Editor, Reporter, Photographer, or Videographer in registered print or satellite media.
Application Process
Offline
- Write a formal letter and attach mandatory documents. Submit to: The Director, Department of Information & Publicity, 18, Belcombe Street, Puducherry – 605 001.
- Phone: +91-413-2334398, 2336415.
Documents Required
- Nationality/Nativity Certificate (Form-II).
- Service Certificate (Form-III).
- Declaration (Form-IV) with original purchase bill showing Serial Number and specifications.
- Press ID Card.
- Verification Certificate (Form-V).