Puducherry
State Award for the Welfare of the Handicapped
Main benefit
Outstanding Differently Abled Government / Private Employee: ₹ 10,000/-.
Can you get this scheme?
Conditions at a glance
- Disability 40% or more
About
The scheme "State Award for the Welfare of the Handicapped” was launched by the Department of Social Welfare, Government of Puducherry. In this scheme, the individuals and institutions are conferred awards on 3rd December every year (International Day for Differently Abled) to encourage them to become economically productive to serve the cause of differently abled Persons.
Benefits
- Outstanding Differently Abled Government / Private Employee: ₹ 10,000/-.
- Outstanding Differently Abled Self-employed Persons: ₹ 10,000/-.
- Individual Serving for the Cause of the Differently Abled: ₹ 15,000/-.
- Institutions Serving the Cause of the Differently Abled: ₹ 25,000/- (Subject to Financial Selection by the State-level Committee).
- Government Employer: Citation With Shield.
- Private Employer: Citation With Shield.*The awards are conferred on 3rd December every year (International Day for Differently Abled).
Who can apply
- The applicant should be a Native/Resident of the Union Territory of Puducherry for at least 5 years.
- The applicant should have a disability of 40% or above.
Documents needed
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How to apply
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The interested applicant should visit (during office hours) the Office/ Sub-Office of the Department of Social Welfare, and request the hard copy of the prescribed format of the application form from the staff exclusively entrusted to issue and collect filled-in applications. ORThe interested applicant should take print of the prescribed format of the application form.
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In the application form, fill in all the mandatory fields, paste the passport-sized photograph (signed across, if required), and attach copies of all the mandatory documents (self-attest, if required).
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Submit the duly filled and signed application form along with the documents to the authority given below - 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 (i\c), Social Welfare Department (Sub Office).
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Request a receipt or acknowledgement from the concerned authority to whom the application has been submitted. Ensure that the receipt contains essential details such as the date and time of submission, and a unique identification number (if applicable).
Common questions
Is there an age restriction for applicants under this scheme?
No , there are no age restriction for applicants in this scheme.
Can an individual serve the cause of the differently-abled in any capacity to qualify for the award?
Yes, individuals contributing to the cause in any capacity can qualify for the ₹15,000 award.
Who administers the "State Award for the Welfare of the Handicapped" scheme?
The scheme is administered by the Department of Social Welfare, Government of Puducherry.
What does the award for government employers include?
Government employers receive a citation accompanied by a shield as part of the recognition.
Why was the 3rd of December chosen for the award ceremony?
The awards are conferred on 3rd December to align with the International Day for Differently Abled.
Is financial selection involved for institutions receiving awards?
Yes, institutions are subject to financial selection by the State-level Committee to receive the ₹25,000 award.
What is the required disability percentage for applicants?
Applicants must have a disability of 40% or above to be eligible for the "State Award for the Welfare of the Handicapped" scheme.
What is the specific date for the award ceremony?
The awards are presented on 3rd December every year.
What is the eligibility criterion regarding residence for applicants?
Applicants must be a native/resident of the Union Territory of Puducherry for at least 5 years to qualify for the scheme.
What recognition do private employers receive under this scheme?
Private employers are recognized with a citation accompanied by a shield.
What is the reward for individuals serving the cause of differently-abled persons?
Individuals serving the cause receive ₹15,000 under this scheme.
What are the benefits for outstanding differently-abled government or private employees?
Outstanding differently-abled government/private employees receive ₹10,000 as recognition under this scheme.
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