6+ Years Disability Assistance: ₹600 Monthly Grant for Persons with Multiple Disabilities in MP

The “6 Varsh Se Adhik Aayu Ke Bahuviklang Aur Mansik Roop Se Aviksit Nisaktjan Ke Liye Sahayata Anudan Yojana” is an initiative by the Department of Social Justice and Empowerment of Persons with Disabilities, Government of Madhya Pradesh. This scheme is designed to provide a monthly grant to support the livelihood of persons with multiple disabilities and mental underdevelopment who are unable to earn a living. With no prior provision available for such individuals, this grant of ₹600 per month serves as a financial lifeline to help them meet their special needs and ease the burden on their families.

Benefits

• Cash Grant:
  Eligible beneficiaries receive ₹600 per month to support their livelihood.

Eligibility

• Residency:
  The applicant must be a native or resident of Madhya Pradesh.
• Disability Certification:
  The applicant must have a disability certificate showing 40% or more disability as per the Persons with Disabilities (Equal Opportunities, Protection of Rights and Full Participation) Act, 1995.
• Portal Verification:
  The applicant’s name must be mentioned on the Samagra portal and verified on the Sparsh portal.
• Age Requirement:
  The applicant must have an age certificate proving they are above six years of age.

Application Process

Offline 

1. Application Submission:
   • Applicants can apply using the prescribed application form available at the designated officer’s office, the Gram Panchayat, or a Public Service Center.
   • Alternatively, applicants may print the prescribed form from the official portal.
2. Form Completion:
   • Fill in all the mandatory fields, attach a recent passport-sized photograph (signed across, if required), and include copies of all required documents (self-attested, if necessary).
3. Submission:
   • Submit the duly filled and signed application form along with the necessary documents.
4. Acknowledgment:
   • Upon submission, the applicant will receive a mandatory acknowledgment from the office.
5. Verification and Approval:
   • The District Panchayat/Gram Panchayat/Urban Body/Ward Office will scrutinize the submitted documents.
   • If the documents do not meet the criteria, the application will be rejected with a written explanation.
   • If verified, the application is approved and the beneficiary’s name is added to the monthly pension proposal.
6. Disbursement:
   • The Directorate then deposits the monthly grant directly into the beneficiary’s bank savings account, starting from the month the approval is granted.

Documents Required

• Age Certificate:
  Proof that the applicant is above six years of age.
• Native Resident Certificate:
  Certificate proving residency in Madhya Pradesh.
• Disability Certificate:
  Certificate as per the Persons with Disabilities Act, 1995, detailing the percentage of disability and specifying multiple disabilities and mental underdevelopment.
• (Additional documents may be required as per the guidelines.)

Frequently Asked Questions

1. What is Chhe Varsh Se Adhik Aayu Ke Bahuviklang Aur Mansik Roop Se Aviksit Nisaktjan Ke Liye Sahayata Anudan Yojana?
   It is a scheme that provides a monthly financial grant of ₹600 to persons with multiple disabilities and mental underdevelopment above the age of six who are unable to earn a living.
2. What are the benefits of this scheme?
   Beneficiaries receive ₹600 per month as a grant to support their livelihood.
3. Is this scheme for all Indian citizens?
   No, the scheme is specifically for individuals who are natives or residents of Madhya Pradesh.
4. Is there any minimum percentage of disability required?
   Yes, applicants must have a disability certificate indicating 40% or more disability.
5. Is there any age criteria?
   Yes, the applicant must be above six years of age as verified by an age certificate.
6. What documents are required?
   Required documents include an age certificate, native resident certificate of Madhya Pradesh, and a disability certificate as per the Persons with Disabilities Act, 1995.
7. Can I apply online?
   Yes, applications can be submitted either offline or online by using the prescribed format.
8. Can I apply offline?
   Yes, you may submit your application at the designated officer’s office, Gram Panchayat, or Public Service Center.
9. Is there any application fee for the scheme?
   No, there is no application fee.
10. Is there any specific beneficiary category?
    The scheme targets persons with multiple disabilities and mental underdevelopment who meet the specified criteria.

Sources and References

• Guidelines
• Apply Portal