Destitute Differently Abled Pension Scheme

Description
The "Destitute Differently Abled Pension Scheme" was launched by the Social Welfare and Nutritious Meal Programme Department, Government of Tamil Nadu. The scheme aims to provide a pension of ₹1,000/- to differently-abled persons with disability 60% and above. One free saree to females and one free dhoti to males is given on Pongal and Diwali. A nutritious meal is provided to the beneficiaries.

Benefits
• Pension:
• ₹1,000/- per month.
• Free Clothes during Pongal and Deepavali:
• One free dhoti to a male pensioner.
• One free saree to a female pensioner.
• Free Rice in Anganwadi Centres:
• 2kg/month to those who are taking nutritious meal.
• 4kg/month to those who are not taking nutritious meal.

Eligibility Criteria
1. The applicant should be a hearing and speech-impaired person.
2. The applicant's age should be 45 years and above.
3. The applicant should have a disability of 60% or above.
4. The applicant should not have any source of income or means of subsistence to support.
5. The applicant should not be a habitual beggar.
6. The applicant should not be supported by a son or son's son aged 20 years or above.
7. The applicant should not possess property valued at more than ₹5000/-.
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Application Process
Step 1: Step 1: The interested applicant should visit (during office hours) the Special Tahsildar/Village Administrative Officer and request a hard copy of the prescribed format of the application form from the staff exclusively entrusted to issue and col…
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The interested applicant should apply scheme with a white paper.

Step 2: Step 2: In the application form, fill in all the mandatory fields, and attach copies of all the mandatory documents (self-attest, if required).
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Step 2: In the application form, fill in all the mandatory fields, and attach copies of all the mandatory documents (self-attest, if required).

Step 3: Step 3: Submit the duly filled and signed application form along with the documents to the Special Tahsildar/Village Administrative Officer.
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Step 3: Submit the duly filled and signed application form along with the documents to the Special Tahsildar/Village Administrative Officer.

Step 4: Step 4: Request a receipt or acknowledgment from the Special Tahsildar/Village Administrative Officer to whom the application has been submitted. Ensure that the receipt contains essential details such as the date and time of submission, and a uni…
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Step 4: Request a receipt or acknowledgment from the Special Tahsildar/Village Administrative Officer 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).

Required Documents
• Aadhaar Card.
• Proof of age.
• Bank Passbook.
• Disability Certificate.
• Any other document if required.

Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Who are the beneficiaries of this pension scheme?
A: Destitute differently-abled persons aged 45 years and above, with a disability of 60% and above, including those who are hearing and speech impaired.

Q: How much financial assistance is provided under this scheme?
A: 41000 per month is provided as pension.

Q: What are the age criteria for eligibility in this scheme?
A: The beneficiary must be 45 years of age or above.

Q: Can someone with any source of income apply for this scheme?
A: No, the applicant should not have any source of income or means of subsistence.

Q: Is a habitual beggar eligible for this scheme?
A: No, habitual beggars are not eligible.

Q: What provision is there for age limit relaxation?
A: The age limit can be relaxed by the District Committee, consisting of the District Collector, District Social Welfare Officer, and District Medical Officer.

Q: How can one apply for this pension scheme?
A: Applications can be submitted in white paper or in the prescribed format to the Special Tahsildar (Social Security Scheme) or the Village Administrative Officer.

Q: What is the time limit for processing the application?
A: The application should be processed within one month from the date of receipt.

Q: Who should be contacted for further information regarding the scheme?
A: The Special Tahsildar (Social Security Scheme) or the Tahsildar should be contacted.

Q: To whom should grievances be reported if there are any issues?
A: Grievances should be reported to the Revenue Divisional Officer or the District Collector.

Q: Can the pension amount be increased in the future?
A: The current document does not specify this, but any changes in the pension amount would typically be announced by the relevant authorities or government bodies.