Assured Decent Last Rites Scheme (ADLRS) – Complete Guide for Veterans & Families

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🕊️ Assured Decent Last Rites Scheme (ADLRS) – Complete Guide for Veterans & Families

 

💡 What is ADLRS?

The Assured Decent Last Rites Scheme (ADLRS) is a welfare initiative by the Indian Armed Forces. It ensures that ex-servicemen, serving personnel, and their widows receive respectful and organized funeral support, regardless of their family’s financial or physical condition.

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👥 Who Can Avail the Scheme?

The following categories are eligible:

• Retired personnel from the Army, Navy, or Air Force
• Defense civilians who qualify under CSD rules
• Widows of defense personnel (with valid ID and canteen card)
• Veterans from Assam Rifles, Territorial Army, or paramilitary units (case-specific)

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🎯 Objective of the Scheme

ADLRS was launched to ensure:

• Dignified and well-organized funeral for veterans
• Immediate help from local military stations or CSD canteen teams
• Financial assistance to cover funeral costs
• Honor and respect with official wreath laying, representing the Armed Forces

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🪖 Benefits Offered

1. Logistical and administrative support for conducting the funeral
2. Wreath laid on behalf of the Army Chief or local commander
3. Funeral grant provided to the Next of Kin (NOK):
• Army: ₹10,000

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📋 Documents Required for Claim

To receive benefits under ADLRS, the following documents are typically needed:

• Personal Application for NOK (Hand Written)
• Photocopy of Death Certificate
• Photocopy of Aadhar Card of NOK
• Photocopy of PPO(Pension Payment Order/Discharge Book where of NOK Mention
• Surrender Liquor card with application
• Bank Details of NOK
• A completed application/claim form your Dependant Canteen

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📝 Steps to Claim ADLRS Support

1. Report the death immediately to the nearest Station Headquarters or CSD Canteen (URC).
2. CSD/Station field staff will assist in organizing the funeral or take full charge if no family is present.
3. The wreath is arranged, and documentation is submitted for financial disbursement.
4. The grant is paid to the family/NOK either directly or via the canteen/station office.
5. Reimbursement is handled internally by the URC and doesn’t require follow-up from the family.

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🧭 Key Notes

• The scheme is active all over India, especially in cities with major military stations.
• Even if the veteran wasn’t registered at the nearest station, assistance will be provided.
• Widows or NOK should keep all service records and canteen cards updated to avoid delays.
• This initiative helps preserve the dignity of those who served, even in their final journey.

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☎️ Helpline and Support

A helpline that connects directly to the nearest Station HQ for help in case of a veteran's demise.

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✅ Summary at a Glance

Category	Details
Scheme Name	Assured Decent Last Rites Scheme (ADLRS)
Purpose	Respectful funeral and financial aid for ex-servicemen
Financial Support	₹10,000 (Army)
Eligible Persons	Veterans, widows, defense civilians
Assistance Provided	Field help + funeral organization + wreath ceremony
Where to Apply	Station HQ or nearest CSD Canteen (URC)