Vasanthi Rajendran
Social Welfare Researcher & Community Development Specialist
Vasanthi Rajendran is a social welfare researcher and community development specialist based in Chennai, Tamil Nadu. With over 16 years of hands-on experience working directly with communities across Tamil Nadu, she has deep practical knowledge of how welfare programmes reach — and often fail to reach — their intended beneficiaries. Vasanthi holds a Master's degree in Psychology and a Bachelor's degree in Nutrition and Food Service Management from the University of Madras. Her extensive field experience with women's self-help groups, rural communities, and welfare programme delivery informs the editorial direction of JanSevaPlus — ensuring every scheme article is accurate, practical, and genuinely useful to the citizens who need it most.
Expertise
Credentials
- ✓ M.A. Psychology, University of Madras
- ✓ B.Sc. Nutrition & Food Service Management, University of Madras
- ✓ 16+ years community development experience across Tamil Nadu
Articles by Vasanthi Rajendran(13 articles)
How to Get Ayushman Bharat Card (PM-JAY) — Online and Offline Process 2025
Apply for Ayushman Bharat Card online or offline. Get PM-JAY benefits with easy steps.
How to Check PM-KISAN Payment Status Online (Step-by-Step Guide 2025)
Check PM-KISAN payment status online easily. Follow our step-by-step guide for 2025.
Tamil Nadu Government Schemes 2026 — Complete Benefits Guide for TN Residents
Discover Tamil Nadu government schemes 2026. Get complete benefits guide for TN residents.
How to Check Government Scheme Eligibility Online in 2026
Step-by-step guide to checking your eligibility for Indian government schemes online — using official portals, JanSevaPlus eligibility checker, and myScheme portal without visiting government offices.
Government Schemes for SC/ST Communities in India 2026
A detailed guide to central government welfare schemes for Scheduled Caste and Scheduled Tribe communities — education, livelihood, housing, and legal protection schemes in 2026.
Senior Citizen Government Schemes India 2026
Comprehensive guide to government welfare schemes for senior citizens in India — pension, health coverage, financial security, and social protection programmes available in 2026.
Mudra Loan — How to Apply and Get Approved in 2026
Everything you need to know about the Pradhan Mantri Mudra Yojana — loan categories, eligible businesses, application process, documents required, and tips to get your loan approved quickly.
Government Scholarships for Students in India 2026
A comprehensive guide to the best central and state government scholarships available to Indian students in 2026 — covering SC/ST, minority, merit-based, and sports scholarships.
PM Awas Yojana Complete Guide 2026 — Rural and Urban
A complete guide to PM Awas Yojana covering both rural (PMAY-G) and urban (PMAY-U) schemes — eligibility, subsidy amounts, how to apply, and how to check your application status.
Best Government Schemes for Women in India 2026
Explore the most impactful central and state government schemes empowering women through financial support, education, healthcare, skill development, and entrepreneurship in 2026.
Ayushman Bharat — Eligibility and How to Enroll in 2026
Learn how the Ayushman Bharat Pradhan Mantri Jan Arogya Yojana provides ₹5 lakh health cover to eligible families, who qualifies, and the step-by-step enrollment process.
Complete Guide to PM Kisan Samman Nidhi 2026
Everything you need to know about PM-KISAN — eligibility criteria, how to register, check payment status, and resolve common issues with the ₹6,000 annual income support scheme.