Mid-to-high level financial requests undergo scrutiny by a dedicated CMRF committee within the Telangana Secretariat to verify medical bills and hospital estimates.
The CM Relief Fund Telangana is a fund established by the Government of Telangana to provide immediate financial assistance to individuals and families affected by various disasters and emergencies. The fund is managed by the Chief Minister's Office and is utilized to sanction relief amounts to eligible beneficiaries. The primary objective of the CMRF is to offer financial support to those in need, enabling them to overcome their difficulties and restore their lives.
Providing financial aid for specialized treatments or emergency equipment not covered under the standard Rajiv Aarogyasri health scheme. Two Main Routes to Access CMRF Funds
| Type of Calamity/Need | Maximum Amount (₹) | Notes | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | (Natural Calamity) | ₹5,00,000 | Paid to the legal heir. | | Death of a family head/breadwinner (Accident) | ₹3,00,000 to ₹5,00,000 | Based on income proof of deceased. | | Major Organ Transplant (Heart, Liver, Kidney) | ₹3,00,000 | Subject to government hospital recommendation. | | Cancer Treatment | ₹1,50,000 to ₹2,00,000 | Paid in installments based on treatment stages. | | Complete Damage of Pucca House | ₹2,00,000 | In case of flood/fire/cyclone. | | Complete Damage of Kutcha House | ₹1,00,000 | In case of flood/fire/cyclone. | | Severe Disability (100%) due to accident | ₹2,00,000 | One-time grant. |
Specifically for "expensive medicare" for life-threatening illnesses.
While the fund primarily covers catastrophic illnesses requiring expensive care (such as heart surgeries, cancer treatment, or severe accidents), the approved amount is determined by the Medical Verification Committee after assessing the hospital bills.
facing sudden medical emergencies or natural disasters, the serves as a critical financial safety net. Under the leadership of Hon’ble CM Shri A. Revanth Reddy, the fund has reached record disbursement levels to support the "poorest of the poor". Maximum Amount of Financial Assistance
For the vast majority of standard medical surgeries, acute illnesses, and specialized treatments, individual sanctions typically range up to ₹2,000,000 to ₹5,000,000.
The , though the exact final payout remains subject to the absolute discretion of the Chief Minister and the specific parameters of the emergency. What is the Telangana Chief Minister’s Relief Fund?