Braille Equipment Provision

Description
The "Braille Equipment Provision" scheme aims to facilitate the independent functioning of visually impaired individuals by providing them with Braille equipment for writing, computing, entertainment, and mobility. Through this scheme, Braille devices are manufactured and distributed at subsidized rates to persons with visual disabilities and institutions like special schools. The scheme is implemented by the National Institute for the Empowerment of Persons with Visual Disabilities, Dehradun,

Benefits
• Subsidized Access of Braille Appliances: Makes Braille equipment affordable by providing it at subsidized rates to visually impaired persons, special schools, and institutions.

Eligibility Criteria
1. - A person with visual impairment/ a Special School/ Organisation serving visually impaired persons shall be eligible under this scheme.

Required Documents
• Disability Certificate.
• Unique Disability ID (UDID) Card.
• Aadhaar Card.

Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What is the "Braille Equipment Provision" scheme and what does it aim to achieve?
A: The "Braille Equipment Provision" scheme aims to empower visually impaired individuals by providing them with specially designed Braille devices that assist in writing, computing, reading, mobility, and performing daily life activities independently.
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Q: Who is eligible to apply for Braille equipment under this scheme?
A: Any person who is certified as visually impaired and requires assistive devices to aid in their education, mobility, communication, or entertainment can apply for Braille equipment under this scheme.
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Q: Which organization is responsible for implementing the Braille Equipment Provision scheme?
A: The National Institute for the Empowerment of Persons with Visual Disabilities, also known as NIEPVD, located in Dehradun, is the primary agency responsible for implementing and managing this scheme.
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Q: What types of Braille equipment are provided through this scheme?
A: The scheme provides a wide range of Braille equipment including Braille typewriters, Braille slates, styluses, electronic Braille readers, mobility aids, and computer-compatible Braille tools to support education and day-to-day tasks.
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Q: Are institutions or schools for the visually impaired also eligible to receive Braille equipment?
A: Yes, recognized special schools and institutions that cater to visually impaired students are also eligible to receive Braille equipment at subsidized rates under this scheme.
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Q: Is the Braille equipment provided under the scheme free of cost or subsidized?
A: The Braille equipment is provided at subsidized rates, which means the beneficiaries or institutions are required to pay only a partial cost while the rest is covered by the implementing agency.
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Q: What are the required documents to apply for the scheme?
A: Applicants are required to submit a valid Disability Certificate, a Unique Disability ID (UDID) Card or Aadhaar Card, and a filled application form, along with any additional institutional affiliation proof in the case of schools or NGOs.
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Q: What is the process to apply for Braille equipment under this scheme?
A: The applicant should visit the NIEPVD office in Dehradun and submit an application along with the required documents to request the provision of suitable Braille equipment.
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Q: What is the procedure to place an order under the Braille Equipment Provision scheme?
A: To place an order, the applicant must fill in the order format with all required details such as item names, quantities, and rates, and submit it along with the payment through Bank Draft, NEFT, or RTGS.
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Q: To whom should the payment be made for ordering Braille equipment?
A: The payment must be made in the name of Director, NIVH, addressed at 116-Rajpur Road, Dehradun using Bank Draft, NEFT, or RTGS methods.
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Q: What charges are applicable in addition to the equipment cost?
A: In addition to the cost of the appliances, applicants are required to pay 10% packing charges and freight charges as applicable, along with 5% GST on the total.
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Q: What is the bank account number where the payment should be made?
A: The payment should be made to Account Number: 6185000100023598, held in the name of Director, NIVH.