The “Artificial Limbs and Assistive Devices Supply Scheme” is implemented by the Social Welfare Department, Government of Chhattisgarh. The scheme aims to enhance the mobility and quality of life of persons with disabilities by providing them with artificial limbs and assistive devices. The assistance is targeted at individuals with a disability of 40% or more and is offered based on the income of the individual or their parent/guardian.
Benefits
- Assistive Devices:
Eligible persons receive various assistive devices such as:- Tricycles
- Baishakhi (traditional hand-carts)
- Hearing aids
- Braille kits
- Wheelchairs
- Tape recorders
- Calipers
- White canes
- Other artificial limbs or assistive devices
- Cost Coverage:
- Free Provision:
For individuals (or their parents/guardians) with a monthly income of ₹5,000 or less, the devices are provided free of cost. - Subsidized Purchase:
For those with a monthly income between ₹5,001 and ₹8,000, the beneficiary is required to deposit 50% of the total cost.
- Free Provision:
- Maximum Value:
The maximum value of the devices provided under this scheme is ₹6,900.
Eligibility
- Residency:
The applicant must be a resident of Chhattisgarh. - Disability Requirement:
The applicant must have a disability with a severity of 40% or more. - Certification:
The applicant should possess a valid Disability Certificate or a UDID Card. - Economic Status:
The applicant, or their parent/guardian, must have a monthly income not exceeding ₹8,000. - BPL or Recommendation:
The applicant must either be a member of a Below Poverty Line (BPL) family or have a recommendation from the Collector or Sub-Divisional Officer (Revenue).
Application Process
Offline
- Prepare Application:
- Fill out the prescribed application format.
- Attach all the relevant documents (self-attested copies, if required).
- Submit the Application:
- Submit the completed application form along with the required documents to the Joint Director/Deputy Director District Office of the Panchayat and Social Welfare Department.
Documents Required
- Passport-size photograph.
- Identity Proof (e.g., Aadhaar Card).
- Domicile Certificate of Chhattisgarh.
- Disability Certificate or UDID Card.
- Income Certificate.
- Caste Certificate (if applicable).
- BPL Card (if applicable).
- Recommendation letter (if applicable).
- Any other documents as specified by the authorities.
Frequently Asked Questions
- Who is eligible to apply for this scheme?
Residents of Chhattisgarh with a disability of 40% or more, who either belong to a BPL family or have a recommendation from the Collector or Sub-Divisional Officer, and whose monthly income (or that of their parent/guardian) does not exceed ₹8,000. - What types of devices are provided under this scheme?
The scheme provides a range of assistive devices, including tricycles, baishakhi, hearing aids, Braille kits, wheelchairs, tape recorders, calipers, white canes, and other artificial limbs. - Is there a cost for the devices?
Devices are provided free of cost if the monthly income is ₹5,000 or less; if the income is between ₹5,001 and ₹8,000, the beneficiary must deposit 50% of the total cost. - What is the maximum value of the devices provided?
The maximum value of the assistive devices provided under this scheme is ₹6,900. - How can an individual apply for the scheme?
Applicants must submit their application in the prescribed format along with all required documents to the Joint Director/Deputy Director District Office of the Panchayat and Social Welfare Department. - What is the monthly income limit for free assistance?
Free assistance is provided to individuals with a monthly income of ₹5,000 or less. - What happens if the income is between ₹5,001 and ₹8,000?
In such cases, the beneficiary must deposit 50% of the total cost of the device. - Can the scheme provide assistive devices to children?
The scheme is intended for persons with disabilities. If children qualify under the disability criteria and income conditions, they may also be eligible.