The “Observation Home and Special School” scheme, launched by the Department of Social Welfare, Government of Puducherry, is designed to provide care and rehabilitation for children who are juvenile delinquents. The scheme offers a residential facility where these children receive free boarding and lodging, along with general and vocational education, recreational activities, and other support services. The primary goal is to help these children reintegrate into society and become useful citizens.
Benefits
- Free Boarding and Lodging:
All children in the facility receive accommodation without charge. - Recreational Facilities:
Access to a library, play materials, and sufficient indoor and outdoor playground areas. - Annual Competitions:
Various competitions in sports, games, drawing, singing, essay writing, etc., with prizes awarded during the Annual Day Celebration. - Educational Tours:
Organized once a year to places of interest to enhance the learning experience.
For any delays in benefit disbursal, please contact:
- Puducherry: The Director, Directorate of Social Welfare, Saradhambal Nagar, Ellaipillaichavadhy, Puducherry.
- Karaikal: The Collector, Karaikal.
- Mahe/Yanam: The Regional Administrator, Mahe/Yanam.
Eligibility
- Age:
The child must be under 18 years of age. - Legal Status:
The child should be in conflict with the law. - Admission Requirement:
The child must have been admitted to the Juvenile Welfare Board.
Application Process
Offline Process
- Obtain the Application Form:
- Visit the Office/Sub-Office of the Department of Social Welfare during office hours.
- Request the prescribed hard copy of the application form from the designated staff or print it if available.
- Fill in the Application Form:
- Complete all mandatory fields.
- Attach a passport-sized photograph (signed if required).
- Attach self-attested copies of all mandatory documents.
- Submit the Application:
- Submit the completed and signed application form along with the required documents to the designated authority:
- Puducherry: The Deputy Director, Differently Abled Section, Directorate of Social Welfare.
- Karaikal: The Assistant Director, Social Welfare Department (Sub Office).
- Mahe/Yanam: The Welfare Officer (i/c), Social Welfare Department (Sub Office).
- Submit the completed and signed application form along with the required documents to the designated authority:
- Obtain Acknowledgment:
- Request a receipt or acknowledgment that includes the date and time of submission and a unique identification number (if applicable).
Documents Required
- Aadhaar Card.
- Address Proof.
- Age Proof.
Frequently Asked Questions
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What is the main objective of the “Observation Home and Special School” scheme?
The scheme aims to provide care and rehabilitation for children who are juvenile delinquents by offering a residential facility with education, recreational activities, and skill development to help them reintegrate into society. -
What are the benefits offered under this scheme?
Benefits include free boarding and lodging, recreational facilities (such as a library and playgrounds), annual competitions with prizes, and educational tours. -
How often are educational tours organized for the beneficiaries?
Educational tours are organized once a year. -
In case of delayed benefit disbursal, where should one contact the authorities in Puducherry?
Contact the Director, Directorate of Social Welfare, Saradhambal Nagar, Ellaipillaichavadhy, Puducherry. -
Who should be contacted in Karaikal regarding issues with benefit disbursal?
The Collector in Karaikal is responsible for handling such issues. -
What is the eligibility criterion regarding the age of the child?
The child must be under 18 years of age. -
How are children in conflict with the law admitted to the scheme?
Children in conflict with the law are admitted through the Juvenile Welfare Board. -
Where should the application for the scheme be submitted in Puducherry?
Applications should be submitted to the Deputy Director, Differently Abled Section, Directorate of Social Welfare in Puducherry. -
For Karaikal, who is responsible for receiving the application for the scheme?
The Assistant Director, Social Welfare Department (Sub Office) in Karaikal receives the applications. -
Who handles the application process in Mahe/Yanam for this scheme?
The Welfare Officer (i/c) in Mahe/Yanam is responsible for the application process. -
What documents are required for the application?
Required documents include an Aadhaar Card, address proof, and age proof. -
Where can the guidelines for the scheme be found?
Detailed guidelines, Citizen’s Charter, contact information, and grievance redressal details are available on the official website of the Department of Social Welfare, Government of Puducherry. -
Where can citizens find the Citizen’s Charter and grievance redressal details for the scheme?
These can be found under the “Citizen’s Charter,” “Contact Us,” “Sub Offices,” and “Grievance Redressal” sections on the official website.