The “Grant of Transport Allowance to Differently Abled Persons” scheme, launched by the Department of Social Welfare, Government of Puducherry, provides a fixed monthly transport allowance to persons with disabilities. The scheme aims to support differently abled individuals by easing their transportation expenses, ensuring they have better access to essential services and opportunities.
Benefits
- Monthly Allowance:
Beneficiaries receive ₹300 per month as transport allowance. - Disbursement:
The amount is disbursed through Anganwadi Centres.
Eligibility
- Residency:
The applicant must be a native or resident of the Union Territory of Puducherry for at least 5 years. - Disability:
The applicant must have an orthopaedic disability of 40% or above. - Income:
The applicant’s annual income must not exceed ₹75,000. - Other Financial Assistance:
The applicant should not be receiving any other financial assistance for conveyance purposes from the department or any other source. - Age:
The applicant must be 5 years of age or above. - Education:
The applicant should not have a formal education qualification. - Free Bus Pass:
If the applicant possesses a free bus pass, it must be surrendered to the Directorate of Social Welfare.
Application Process
Offline / Online
- Obtain the Application Form:
- During office hours, visit the Office or Sub-Office of the Department of Social Welfare and request a hard copy of the prescribed application form, or print the form if available online.
- Fill the Form:
- Complete all mandatory fields, paste a passport-sized photograph (signed across, if required), and attach copies of all mandatory documents (self-attested, if necessary).
- Submit the Form:
- Submit the completed form along with the required documents to the appropriate 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 (IC), Social Welfare Department (Sub Office).
- Submit the completed form along with the required documents to the appropriate authority:
- Receipt:
- Request a receipt or acknowledgment from the concerned authority that includes the date, time of submission, and a unique identification number (if applicable).
Documents Required
- Aadhaar Card.
- Residence-cum-Nativity Certificate, issued by the competent authority.
- Recent Passport-size Photograph.
- Bank Passbook.
- Disability Certificate or Medical Certificate.
- Community Certificate.
- Financial Assistance ID Card (if applicable).
- Electoral Voter Identity Card.
- Declaration (as required).
In the absence of an Aadhaar Card, the applicant must provide the Aadhaar Enrolment ID along with any one of the following:
- Bank or Post Office Passbook with photo.
- PAN Card.
- Passport.
- Ration Card.
- Voter Identity Card.
- MGNREGA Card.
- Kisan Photo Passbook.
- Driving License (issued under the Motor Vehicles Act, 1988).
- Certificate of identity with photo issued by a Gazetted Officer or Tehsildar.
- Any other document as specified by the Department.
Frequently Asked Questions
- Where will the monthly Transport Allowance be disbursed?
The allowance is disbursed through Anganwadi Centres. - Is the scheme exclusive, or can beneficiaries receive financial assistance from other sources?
Beneficiaries should not be receiving any other financial assistance for conveyance from the department or any other source. - What action is required if an applicant possesses a free bus pass?
Applicants must surrender the free bus pass to the Directorate of Social Welfare. - Are there any age restrictions for applicants?
Yes, the applicant must be 5 years of age or above. - Can applicants with a formal education qualification apply for the scheme?
No, applicants should not have a formal education qualification. - What is the maximum annual income allowed for eligibility?
The applicant’s annual income must not exceed ₹75,000. - What percentage of orthopaedic disability is necessary for eligibility?
The applicant must have an orthopaedic disability of 40% or above. - What is the residency requirement for eligibility in this scheme?
The applicant must be a native or have resided in Puducherry for at least 5 years. - How long should the individual reside in Puducherry in order to become eligible for this scheme?
A minimum of 5 years of continuous residence is required. - Is there any application fee?
No, there is no application fee for this scheme. - Is there any compensation for the delay in the disbursal of the scheme benefits?
No compensation is provided for delays. - Can applicants from neighboring states/UTs also apply for this scheme?
No, only those who have been residents of Puducherry for at least 5 years are eligible.