Applicants above 60 years from Below Poverty Line (BPL) families with no one to look after them, free from communicable diseases or mental illness.

Inmates receive free food, lodging, medical facilities, 4 sets of clothes annually, ₹5 daily as pocket money, and the government conducts their last rites at no cost.

Inmates can continue to stay in the home till the end of their life, ensuring a permanent and supportive environment.

Applications are submitted to specific authorities: Field Officer in Puducherry, Assistant Director in Karaikal, and Welfare Officer in Mahe/Yanam.

No, individuals suffering from communicable diseases or mental illness are not admitted to the home.

Contact the designated authorities: Director in Puducherry, Collector in Karaikal, or Regional Administrator in Mahe/Yanam.

Yes, in-door entertainments such as television, radio, and books are available to enhance the quality of life for the inmates.

Inmates receive ₹5 daily as pocket money, ensuring a small financial allowance for personal expenses.

Annual tours to places of interest are conducted for the inmates, subject to their health conditions, providing recreational opportunities.

Required documents include certificates from medical superintendents, the welfare officer, Aadhaar card, voter ID, address proof, ration card, and age proof.

The government conducts the last rites of the inmates at no cost, ensuring a dignified and respectful end.

Guidelines are available on the official website: https://socwelfare.py.gov.in/home-aged-and-infirm-puducherry-karaikal-mahe.

Grievances can be addressed through the grievance redressal portal: https://pgportal.gov.in/.

The application form is available on the official website: https://socwelfare.py.gov.in/sites/default/files/old-age-homeadmissionapplications-hai.pdf.

Contact information for different offices can be found on the official website: https://socwelfare.py.gov.in/contact-us.