Launched in 2018 by the Department of Social Welfare, Government of Chhattisgarh, this scheme is designed to support voluntary organizations and institutions working for the welfare of disabled individuals. The initiative provides grants to help fund free education, training, residential arrangements, and rehabilitation services for disabled immigrants. Additionally, the scheme covers operational expenses such as salaries, ambulance services, building rent, and office costs, while also promoting activities related to drug de-addiction and the management of institutions under the Juvenile Act and Old Age Homes. The scheme is implemented by the Directorate of Social Welfare.
Benefits
-
Grant Support:
Financial assistance for free education, training, residential arrangements, and rehabilitation of disabled individuals. -
Operational Expenses:
Up to 70% of office expenses are covered, capped at a maximum of ₹2,000/-. -
Teaching & Training Expenditure:
70% of the expenditure is reimbursed, up to a maximum of ₹1,000/-. -
Building Rent:
70% of the total building rent expense is covered. -
Maintenance & Rehabilitation:
A monthly amount of ₹600/- per inmate is provided for care, rehabilitation, and treatment. -
Employee Salaries:
100% salary coverage is provided as per Collector-approved rates.
Eligibility
- The institution must be registered and accredited by the Department of Social Welfare.
- The institution should have a minimum work experience of three years in the area of disabled welfare.
Application Process
Offline Process
- Submission of Application:
- Interested institutions must submit their application in the prescribed format to the District Officer.
- Review and Recommendation:
- The District Officer reviews the application and forwards it to the Directorate of Social Welfare along with the Collector’s recommendation and an inspection and audit report.
- Administrative Approval:
- Upon administrative approval, the final decision regarding the grant is made.
Documents Required
- Registration Certificate of the Institution.
- Accreditation Certificate issued by the Department.
- Proof of Work Experience (minimum three years) in the area of disabled welfare.
- Bank Account Details of the Institution.
Frequently Asked Questions
-
What is the minimum work experience required for institutions to be eligible for the grant?
Institutions must have a minimum of three years of documented work experience in the area of disabled welfare. -
How can an institution prove its work experience for the grant application?
Institutions must provide documented proof, such as previous project reports, certificates, or letters from relevant authorities verifying their work experience. -
What documents are needed to demonstrate an institution’s accreditation?
Institutions need to submit their Accreditation Certificate issued by the Department of Social Welfare. -
Who reviews the grant application after it is submitted to the District Officer?
The application is forwarded by the District Officer to the Directorate of Social Welfare along with the Collector’s recommendation and an inspection/audit report. -
What role does the Collector play in the grant application process?
The Collector reviews the application at the district level and provides a recommendation which is an essential part of the verification process. -
What types of expenses are covered under the grant for institutions?
The grant covers expenses related to free education, training, residential arrangements, rehabilitation, 70% of office expenses (up to ₹2,000/-), 70% of teaching & training expenses (up to ₹1,000/-), building rent (70% of total cost), maintenance & rehabilitation (₹600/- per inmate per month), and full salary coverage as per approved rates. -
Does the grant provide support for educational activities for disabled individuals?
Yes, the grant supports free education as part of its financial assistance package. -
Are residential arrangements for disabled individuals covered under the grant?
Yes, the scheme provides assistance for residential arrangements along with related infrastructure support. -
Does the grant include funding for rehabilitation programs for disabled immigrants?
Yes, rehabilitation expenses, including care and treatment (₹600/- per inmate per month), are covered. -
Can the grant be used to support drug de-addiction programs?
Yes, the scheme also promotes activities like drug de-addiction as part of its broader support for institutions. -
Are institutions managing Old Age Homes eligible to apply for the grant?
Institutions working under the Juvenile Act and managing Old Age Homes are also eligible for support under this scheme.