The Vayomadhuram Scheme is an initiative by the Department of Social Justice, Government of Kerala, aimed at addressing the high prevalence of diabetes among the elderly in the state. With studies by the ICMR indicating that 19.4% of Kerala’s population is diabetic and 80% of the old-age population suffering from diabetes, this scheme provides free glucometers to diabetic senior citizens from the Below Poverty Line (BPL) category. The goal is to enable better self-monitoring of blood glucose levels and improve health outcomes for elderly diabetic patients.
Benefits
- Free Glucometer:
- Eligible senior citizens receive a glucometer at no cost.
- Coverage:
- The scheme aims to provide glucometers to 1,000 diabetic elderly persons in each district of Kerala.
Eligibility Criteria
To be eligible for the Vayomadhuram Scheme, the applicant must:
- Be a native and resident of Kerala.
- Be 60 years of age or above.
- Belong to the Below Poverty Line (BPL) category.
- Have a medical certificate from an authorized doctor certifying that the applicant is suffering from diabetes.
- Note: If there is a large number of applicants, priority will be given to the older persons.
Application Process
Online & Offline Registration
- Registration Process:
- Step 1:
- Visit the SUNEETHI – Online Service Application Portal.
- Step 2:
- On the home page, click on “One Time Registration”.
- Step 3:
- Fill in the required details (Name, Email ID, Mobile Number) and click ‘Register’.
- Step 4:
- Enter the verification code received on your mobile and click ‘Verify’.
- Step 5:
- Complete the new profile form by filling in all mandatory details and click ‘Register’.
- Step 6:
- A User ID will be sent to your mobile upon successful registration.
- Step 1:
- Login and Application Submission:
- Step 1:
- Visit the SUNEETHI portal and click on “Citizen Login”.
- Step 2:
- Enter your Mobile Number (as User ID) and Password, then click “Sign in”.
- Step 3:
- Update your profile with Personal Information, Contact Details, Identity, and Bank Details by clicking on the ‘Edit’ button.
- Step 4:
- Once the profile is updated, the available schemes will appear on the left side.
- Step 5:
- Select the Vayomadhuram Scheme and click on the “Apply Now” button.
- Step 6:
- Fill in the application form with all mandatory details and upload the required documents.
- Step 7:
- Submit the application.
- Step 1:
Documents Required
- Identity Proof:
- Aadhaar Card.
- Proof of Age:
- Any government-approved document (e.g., Birth Certificate, School Leaving Certificate).
- Contact Details:
- Mobile number and Email ID.
- Photograph:
- A recent passport-size photograph.
- Medical Certificate:
- Certificate from a Government or NRHM doctor certifying that the applicant is suffering from diabetes.
- BPL Proof:
- Self-attested copy of BPL Ration Card, or a copy of the BPL certificate issued by the Panchayat/Municipality/Corporation, or the BPL Income Certificate from the concerned Village Office.
- Bank Details:
- Copy of the Bank Passbook showing the account holder’s name and account number.
- Other Documents:
- Any additional documents if required by the scheme guidelines.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the “Vayomadhuram Scheme”?
- It is a scheme to provide free glucometers to elderly diabetic individuals from the BPL category in Kerala.
- Which department has launched this scheme?
- The scheme is launched by the Department of Social Justice, Government of Kerala.
- Who is eligible for the scheme?
- Elderly persons (60 years or above) who are residents of Kerala, belong to the BPL category, and are certified diabetic.
- Is this scheme exclusively for BPL individuals?
- Yes, only diabetic individuals under the BPL category are eligible.
- Who gets priority if there are many applicants?
- Priority is given to older persons.
- How many persons will receive glucometers per district?
- The scheme aims to provide glucometers to 1,000 diabetic old age persons in each district.
- How can an applicant apply under the scheme?
- Applications can be submitted through the SUNEETHI Online Service Application Portal following the registration and application steps outlined above.