Special provisions have been enshrined in the Constitution for the welfare of SC / ST people in every sphere of their life. There are a number of SC / ST people suffering from cancer and other malignant diseases who are unable to carry forward the treatment of their diseases due to the economic hardships faced by them. The government has decided to bring some help to such patients by making available some financial assistance in the form of grants in Aid to SC/ST patients suffering from cancer and other malignant diseases.
SC / ST patients who are suffering from cancer and other malignant diseases are unable to afford advanced treatment due to their Socioeconomic condition prevalent in the community. So financial assistance in the form of grants in Aid is proposed to be provided to such patients through a scheme namely “Grants in Aid to SC / ST patients suffering from cancer and other malignant diseases”. Under the scheme, such SC / ST patients will be given a one-time, fixed financial assistance of Rs. 50,000/- (Rupees Fifty thousand) only.
Benefits
- One-time financial assistance of ₹50,000/- (Rupees Fifty thousand) to SC/ST patients suffering from cancer and other malignant diseases.
Eligibility
- The applicant must belong to the SC/ST community of Assam.
- The applicant must be suffering from cancer or other malignant diseases.
- The aid is available only once per person.
Application Process
Offline
- Collect the application form from the concerned department.
- Applications may also be made online once the official website of the Directorate of Welfare of Scheduled Castes, Assam, or Directorate of Welfare of Plain Tribe and Backward Classes, Assam, is fully functional.
- Attach all the required documents and submit the form to the relevant authority.
Documents Required
- Caste Certificate in prescribed format issued by the concerned authority.
- Medical Certificate confirming the diagnosis of cancer or other malignant diseases.
- Passport-size Photograph of the applicant.
- Bank Account Details (copy of the front page of the bank passbook with IFSC code).
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the main aim of this scheme?
The main aim is to provide financial assistance to SC/ST patients who are suffering from cancer and other malignant diseases, to help them afford treatment. - Who can apply for this scheme?
SC/ST patients who are residents of Assam and suffering from cancer or other malignant diseases. - How many times can a person claim this financial aid?
This financial assistance can be claimed only once by a person. - To whom is preference given while selecting the beneficiaries?
The scheme is specifically targeted at SC/ST patients in need, and selection is based on this criterion along with medical condition. - Where can applicants get to know about the application?
Applicants can find information about the application process at the official website or by contacting the relevant departments.