The “Free Supply of Sarees and Dhothies to the Poor People” scheme is an initiative by the Department of Women & Child Development, Government of Pondicherry. The program aims to provide two sets of essential clothing items once a year as a measure of social security to poor people (excluding those from the Scheduled Caste and Fisherman communities). Beneficiaries are identified using data from the Civil Supplies and Consumer Affairs Department in Puducherry, utilizing cross-referencing through the UDH system.
Benefits
- Annual Supply:
Each eligible beneficiary receives two sarees, blouse pieces, lungis, and towels once a year.
Eligibility
- The applicant must be a citizen of India.
- The applicant should be a native of the Union Territory of Pondicherry by birth or must have continuously resided in the territory for at least 5 years.
- The applicant must belong to the Below Poverty Line (BPL) category.
Exclusions
- Beneficiaries from the Fisherman community and those belonging to the Scheduled Caste are not eligible.
Application Process
Offline
- Identification of Beneficiaries:
No separate application is required. Beneficiaries are identified proactively based on data from the Civil Supplies and Consumer Affairs Department in Puducherry using the UDH cross-referencing functionality. - Registration Requirement:
The clothing items will be supplied to holders of red ration cards who are registered with the local Anganwadi.
Documents Required
- BPL Ration Card issued by the Civil Supplies Department, Pondicherry.
Frequently Asked Questions
- Can beneficiaries choose the type of clothing items they receive?
No, the scheme provides a fixed set of items—two sarees, blouse pieces, lungis, and towels. - Is there a specific department overseeing the identification of beneficiaries?
Yes, the Civil Supplies and Consumer Affairs Department, through the UDH system, is responsible for identifying eligible beneficiaries. - What is the significance of the red ration card in the scheme?
The scheme targets holders of red ration cards, which help verify the beneficiary’s BPL status. - Are SC and Fishermen eligible for the Free Supply of Clothing scheme?
No, individuals from the Scheduled Caste and Fisherman communities are excluded. - How does the scheme contribute to proactive governance?
Beneficiaries are identified automatically using cross-referenced data, ensuring timely delivery of benefits without the need for separate applications. - What is the role of the Anganwadi in the implementation of the scheme?
Anganwadis serve as a registration point for eligible beneficiaries, ensuring that only registered red ration card holders receive the clothing items. - Is there a tracking system available for application status?
Beneficiaries can track the status of their benefits through the designated grievance redressal and tracking portals provided by the department. - How can grievances be addressed under the Free Supply of Clothing scheme?
Grievances can be submitted through the official contact channels, office locations, and online grievance redressal systems. - How often is the supply of clothing items provided to eligible families?
The supply is provided once a year. - Which ration card holders are eligible to receive the clothing items?
Only holders of red ration cards registered with the local Anganwadi are eligible. - Is a separate application required for availing the benefits?
No, beneficiaries are identified through cross-referenced data, and no separate application is needed. - What benefits are available under this scheme?
Beneficiaries receive two sets of clothing items (sarees, blouse pieces, lungis, and towels) annually.