Grant of Financial Assistance to Poor Scheduled Caste Pregnant & Lactating Women

Description
The scheme “Grant of Financial Assistance to Poor Scheduled Caste Pregnant & Lactating Women” was introduced by the Adi Dravidar Welfare Department, Government of Puducherry. The objective of the scheme is to provide assistance for the well-being of Pregnant and Lactating mothers and their children.

Benefits
• Financial Assistance of ₹12,000/- as follows:
• The pre-natal assistance shall be ₹ 2,000 in cash per month for three months prior to the month of delivery.
• The post-natal assistance shall be ₹ 2,000 in cash per month for three months following delivery.
• * The grant of financial assistance is made available only for 2 deliveries.

Eligibility Criteria
1. - The applicant should be a citizen of India.
2. - The applicant should belong to the Union Territory of Pondicherry by virtue of birth or continuous residence of not less than 3 years.
3. - The applicant should be from Scheduled Caste.
4. - The applicant should be a woman.
5. - The applicant should be pregnant.
6. - The applicant should apply from 6 months of pregnancy and within 3 months from the date of delivery.
7. - The annual income of the applicant and spouse should not exceed ₹ 2,00,000/-.
8. - The grant of financial assistance is made available only for 2 deliveries.

Application Process
Step 1: Step 1: The interested applicant should visit (during office hours) the Office/ Sub-Office of the Adi Dravidar Welfare and Scheduled Tribes Welfare Department, and request the hard copy of the prescribed format of the application form from the sta…
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Step 1: The interested applicant should visit (during office hours) the Office/ Sub-Office of the Adi Dravidar Welfare and Scheduled Tribes Welfare Department, 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.

Step 2: Step 2: 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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Step 2: 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).

Step 3: Step 3: Submit the duly filled and signed application form along with the documents to the concerned authority.
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Step 3: Submit the duly filled and signed application form along with the documents to the concerned authority.

Step 4: Step 4: Request a receipt or acknowledgment 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…
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Step 4: Request a receipt or acknowledgment 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).

Step 5: Step 1: Visit the Official Website of the e-District Portal of the Government of Puducherry.
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Step 1: Visit the Official Website of the e-District Portal of the Government of Puducherry.

Step 6: Step 2: At the top right corner of the home page, click "Login". In the login screen, click "Register a New Membership".
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Step 2: At the top right corner of the home page, click "Login". In the login screen, click "Register a New Membership".

Step 7: Step 3: On the Registration Page, fill in all the mandatory fields: Username, Password, Confirm Password, Personal Details (Full Name, First Name, Email Address, Address, Current Address, Gender, Date of Birth, Mobile Number). Agree to the declara…
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Step 3: On the Registration Page, fill in all the mandatory fields: Username, Password, Confirm Password, Personal Details (Full Name, First Name, Email Address, Address, Current Address, Gender, Date of Birth, Mobile Number). Agree to the declaration. Fill in the Captcha Code, and click "Signup".

Step 8: Step 4: Visit the Official Website of the e-District Portal of the Government of Puducherry.
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Step 4: Visit the Official Website of the e-District Portal of the Government of Puducherry.

Step 9: Step 5: At the top right corner of the home page, click "Login". In the login screen, provide your Username and Password, fill in the Captcha Code, and click "Sign In".
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Step 5: At the top right corner of the home page, click "Login". In the login screen, provide your Username and Password, fill in the Captcha Code, and click "Sign In".

Step 10: Step 6: On the next screen, a list of schemes by the Government of Puducherry will be displayed Department-wise.
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Step 6: On the next screen, a list of schemes by the Government of Puducherry will be displayed Department-wise.

Step 11: Step 7: Click on the scheme you wish to apply for. You will be taken to its online application form.
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Step 7: Click on the scheme you wish to apply for. You will be taken to its online application form.

Step 12: Step 8: In the application form, fill in all the mandatory fields (marked with a red asterisk) and upload all the mandatory documents (self-attest if required).
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Step 8: In the application form, fill in all the mandatory fields (marked with a red asterisk) and upload all the mandatory documents (self-attest if required).

Step 13: Step 9: Tick the declaration stating "I hereby declare that the above-mentioned details are true and correct as per the best of my Knowledge". Submit the application and note the application number for tracking your application. The application nu…
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Required Documents
• Residence-cum-nativity Certificate.
• Aadhaar Card.
• Caste Certificate.
• Recent passport-size photograph.
• Discharge Summary/ Birth Certificate.
• Certificate Issued by the Medical Superintendent of Maternity Hospital/Medical Officer in-charge of the Primary Health Centre, Sub-centre or Any Other Peripheral Maternity/Health Centre of the Union Territory of Pondicherry.
• Ration Card.
• Bank Passbook.

Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Can non-Scheduled Caste individuals apply for this scheme?
A: No, the scheme is specifically designed for individuals belonging to the Scheduled Caste.

Q: What department within the Government of Puducherry oversees the implementation of this scheme?
A: The Adi Dravidar Welfare Department, Government of Puducherry, is responsible for the implementation and management of the scheme.

Q: What role does the annual income of the applicant and spouse play in determining eligibility?
A: To qualify for the scheme, the combined annual income of the applicant and spouse should not exceed [?]2,00,000.

Q: Is continuous residence in the Union Territory of Pondicherry a mandatory criterion?
A: Yes, applicants need to have continuous residence in the Union Territory of Pondicherry for a minimum of 3 years to be eligible for the scheme.

Q: What is the division of financial assistance during the prenatal and postnatal periods?
A: The scheme allocates [?]2,000 in cash per month for three months before delivery as prenatal assistance and [?]2,000 in cash per month for three months after delivery as postnatal assistance.

Q: When should applicants ideally apply for the scheme?
A: Applicants should apply within 6 months of pregnancy and up to 3 months from the date of delivery to be eligible for the financial assistance.

Q: Can the financial assistance be availed for more than two deliveries?
A: No, the financial assistance is restricted to a maximum of 2 deliveries per eligible beneficiary.

Q: What are the specific financial benefits offered under this scheme?
A: The scheme provides a financial assistance of [?]12,000 in cash, distributed as [?]2,000 per month for three months prior to delivery and [?]2,000 per month for three months post-delivery, for a maximum of 2 deliveries.

Q: Who introduced the scheme "Grant of Financial Assistance to Poor Scheduled Caste Pregnant & Lactating Women," and what is its primary objective?
A: The scheme was introduced by the Adi Dravidar Welfare Department, Government of Puducherry, with the aim of providing assistance for the well-being of Pregnant and Lactating mothers and their children.

Q: Are there any specific provisions for persons with disabilities under this scheme?
A: No provisions for persons with disabilities are mentioned in the guidelines of this scheme.

Q: Can Applicants From The Neighboring States/UTs Also Apply To This Scheme?
A: Unfortunately, this scheme is exclusively available to permanent residents of the Puducherry. Applicants from neighboring States/UTs, among others, are not eligible to apply.

Q: Is There Any Compensation For The Delay In The Disbursal Of The Scheme Benefits?
A: The guidelines do not mention any provision for compensation in the event of delayed disbursement of scheme benefits. Applicants should note that compensation for delays is not part of the scheme's framework.