India, Oct. 16 -- In a big welfare measure for ex-servicemen, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh has approved a 100 per cent increase in financial assistance for veterans and their dependents under schemes implemented by the Department of Ex-
Servicemen Welfare through Kendriya Sainik Board, Defence Ministry said here on Wednesday.
Giving details, it said Penury Grant has been doubled from Rs 4,000 to Rs 8,000 per month per beneficiary, providing sustained lifetime support to aged and non-pensioner ESM and their widows above 65 years of age with no regular income.
Education Grant has been increased from Rs 1,000 to Rs 2,000 per month per head for up to two dependent children (Class I to Graduation) or widows pursuing a two-year postgraduate ...