The Financial Grants In Aid To SC/ST Patients Suffering From Cancer And Other Malignant Diseases scheme has been introduced by the Government of Assam to provide financial assistance to SC/ST individuals suffering from cancer or other severe diseases, who are unable to afford advanced medical treatment due to financial constraints. The scheme aims to assist these patients by providing a one-time grant to cover their treatment costs.
Objective
The main objective of this scheme is to offer financial relief to SC/ST patients who are suffering from cancer or other malignant diseases and cannot afford the high costs of treatment. By offering this assistance, the government seeks to improve the accessibility of treatment for marginalized communities and support them in their battle against serious health conditions.
Benefits:
- One-Time Assistance: A one-time grant of ₹50,000 is provided to SC/ST patients suffering from cancer or other malignant diseases.
- Financial Relief: The scheme helps patients carry forward their treatment by covering a portion of the medical expenses, easing their financial burden.
Application Process
Offline:
- Advertisement & Invitation: Applications are invited through advertisements in widely circulated newspapers. Applicants are required to apply through the Sub-divisional Welfare Offices, ITDPs, or directly to the Directorate of Welfare of Scheduled Castes, Assam or Directorate of Welfare of Plain Tribe and Backward Classes, Assam.
- Application Submission: Applicants should submit the necessary documents along with the completed application as per the criteria mentioned in the advertisements.
Post-Application Process:
- Scrutiny Committee: A Scrutiny Committee will be formed by the Director of Welfare of SC, Assam, or Director of Welfare of Plain Tribe and Backward Classes, Assam. The committee will review and verify the documents submitted by the applicants.
- Selection Committee: The Selection Committee will examine the scrutiny report and select the beneficiaries who meet all eligibility criteria for the grant.
Note: Applications may be accepted online once the official website of the Directorate of Welfare of Scheduled Castes, Assam is fully functional.
Documents Required
- Caste Certificate: Issued by the concerned authority.
- Medical Certificate: Certifying the condition of cancer or other malignant diseases.
- Passport-size Photograph: Of the applicant.
- Bank Details: Bank Account Number along with the IFSC code (copy of the front page of the bank passbook).
- Medical Bills: Documenting the incurred medical expenses.
- Income Certificate: As proof of financial need.
Eligibility:
- Community: The applicant must belong to the Scheduled Caste (SC) or Scheduled Tribe (ST) community of Assam.
- Health Condition: The applicant must be suffering from cancer or other malignant diseases.
- One-Time Assistance: The applicant can claim this financial aid only once.
- Income: The applicant must provide relevant documents as proof of income and financial need.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the objective of this scheme?
To provide financial aid to SC/ST patients suffering from cancer or other severe diseases who are unable to afford treatment. - How much financial assistance is provided under the scheme?
₹50,000 is provided as one-time financial assistance. - Who can apply for this scheme?
SC/ST individuals who are suffering from cancer or other malignant diseases. - Is there any age criterion to apply for the scheme?
There is no specific age restriction mentioned. - Can I apply through the online mode?
Applications are accepted offline for now, but online applications may be accepted in the future when the official website becomes fully functional.
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