Free Travel in S.T Bus to the Disabled Persons

Description
The scheme "Free Travel in S.T Bus to the Disabled Persons" was launched by the Director Social Defence, Department of Social Justice & Empowerment, Government of Gujarat. Under this scheme, the benefit of free travel in all types of busses of the Gujarat State Road Transport Corporation is provided to Persons with Disabilities in all state routes and also provides the benefit of travel to the last route out of state. The scheme is fully funded by the state government.

Benefits
• Under this scheme, a free traveling facility is provided to Persons with Disabilities in all types of buses of Gujarat State Road Transport Corporation.
• The benefit of free travel is also provided up to the final/last station of the bus route in the case of travel outside the state of Gujarat.
• A card is also issued by the District Social Defense Officer after the approval of the application.

Eligibility Criteria
1. The applicant should be a resident of Gujarat.
2. The applicant should have a disability of 40% or more in order to avail of the benefits under the scheme.

Required Documents
• Passport-size Photograph
• Copy of Aadhaar card
• Proof of Residence (Ration Card/Electricity Bill/Driving License/Aaadhar Card/Election Card)
• Proof of Age (School Leaving Certificate/Medical Certificate/Birth Certificate)
• Disability Medical Certificate from the District Civil Surgeon/Medical Superintendent showing the percentage of disability of the applicant
• Any other documents as required

Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Who is eligible for free travel under this scheme?
A: Residents of Gujarat with a disability of 40% or more are eligible.

Q: What are the benefits of this scheme?
A: Free travel in Gujarat State Road Transport Corporation buses and up to the final station outside of Gujarat.

Q: What types of buses are covered under this scheme?
A: All types of buses operated by the Gujarat State Road Transport Corporation are covered.

Q: Are there any limitations on where beneficiaries can travel?
A: Beneficiaries can travel free within the state routes and also avail free travel to the last station outside of Gujarat.

Q: How is eligibility determined?
A: Eligibility is determined by the percentage of disability, which should be 40% or more.

Q: Is there a specific authority responsible for issuing eligibility cards?
A: Yes, the District Social Defense Officer issues cards after approving the application.

Q: Is the scheme funded by the state government?
A: Yes, the scheme is fully funded by the Government of Gujarat.

Q: Is there an application process for this scheme?
A: Yes, eligible applicants can apply through the e-Samaj Kalyan Portal. https://esamajkalyan.gujarat.gov.in/