Supply of Prosthetic Appliances to Differently Abled Persons

Introduction

The “Supply of Prosthetic Appliances to Differently Abled Persons” scheme, initiated by the Department of Social Welfare in the Government of Puducherry, aims to alleviate the mobility challenges faced by differently-abled individuals. This initiative offers various prosthetic devices free of charge, thereby enhancing the quality of life for those in need.

Overview of the Scheme

Launched by the Department of Social Welfare, the “Supply of Prosthetic Appliances to Differently Abled Persons” scheme is designed to provide essential prosthetic devices at no cost. By addressing the mobility issues encountered by individuals with disabilities, the program seeks to empower them and promote inclusivity within the community.

Key Benefits

• Free provision of prosthetic devices such as calipers, crutches, wheelchairs, tricycles, hearing aids, and spectacles/low vision aids.
• All appliances are dispensed based on recommendations from specialist medical officers associated with the Government General Hospital across Puducherry, Karaikal, Mahe, and Yanam.

Eligibility Criteria

To qualify for this scheme, applicants must meet the following requirements:

• The applicant must be a native or resident of the Union Territory of Puducherry for a minimum of five years.
• The annual income of the applicant should not exceed ₹75,000.
• The applicant must have a disability percentage of 40% or higher.

Application Process

Applicants can apply for the scheme through both offline and online methods. Here’s a detailed guide for each approach:

Offline Application Process

• Step 1: Interested candidates should visit the Office or Sub-Office of the Department of Social Welfare during office hours to request a hard copy of the application form from designated staff members.
• Alternatively, candidates can download and print the prescribed application form from the official sources.
• Step 2: Complete all mandatory fields in the application form, affix a passport-sized photo (signed if necessary), and include copies of all required documents (self-attested where applicable).
• Step 3: Submit the filled application form along with the necessary documents to the appropriate authority based on your location:
  • 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 (in charge), Social Welfare Department (Sub Office).
• Step 4: Ensure to request a receipt or acknowledgment upon submission, which should include important details like submission date, time, and a unique identification number (if applicable).

Online Application Process

• Step 1: Navigate to the official e-District Portal of the Government of Puducherry.
• Step 2: Click on “Login” in the top right corner of the homepage and select “Register a New Membership.”
• Step 3: Fill in all necessary fields on the registration page, including your username, password, and personal details. Agree to the declaration and complete the Captcha code before clicking “Signup.”
• Step 4: Return to the e-District Portal and click “Login” again. Enter your credentials and complete the Captcha code to sign in.
• Step 5: Browse through the list of schemes displayed by the Government of Puducherry and select the relevant scheme to access its online application form.
• Step 6: Fill out all required fields in the application form and upload the necessary documents (self-attested if needed).
• Step 7: Check the declaration confirming the accuracy of the provided details, then submit the application. Make a note of the application number for tracking purposes, which will also be sent to your registered mobile number or email address.
• *For tracking your application, click here.
• *Access the user manual for online applications here.

Official Source

For more information, please visit myScheme.gov.in.