Personal Accident Relief for Differently Abled Persons
in Tamil Nadu
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Personal Accident Relief for Differently Abled Persons in Tamil Nadu
Personal Accident Relief for Differently Abled Persons is a government scheme available to eligible residents of Tamil Nadu.
Apply for Personal Accident Relief for Differently Abled Persons in Tamil Nadu
Scheme Overview
The scheme 'Personal Accident Relief for Differently Abled Persons' was launched by the Dept. for the Welfare of Differently Abled Persons. In this scheme, accident relief is provided to differently abled persons up to a sum of ₹1,00,000/-(Death), & relief is given for loss of both legs/both hand...
Eligibility Criteria
The person should have died or should have become differently-abled in an accident.
The disability should be one of the following:
- Loss of Both Legs and Both Hands.
- Loss of One Hand and One Leg.
- Loss of Sight in Both Eyes.
- Loss of One Hand.
- Loss of One Leg.
- Loss of Sight in One Eye.
The person should be/ should have been a registered member of the "Welfare Board for the Differently-Abled".
Benefits
Relief to the Legal Heir in the event of death of the differently-abled person: ₹1,00,000/-.
Relief in the case of Loss of both legs & both hands/ one leg & one hand/ loss of sight in both eyes: Upto ₹1,00,000/-.
Relief in the case of Loss of one hand/ one leg/ loss of sight in one eye: ₹50,000/-.
Relief in the case of Total disablement not covered in Sl. no.2 and 3 above: ₹25,000/-.
Required Documents
| # | Document |
|---|---|
| 1 | Medical Certificate. |
| 2 | Original National Identity Card of the Differently Abled Person, issued by the Welfare Board for the Differently-abled. |
How to Apply in Tamil Nadu
Step 1: The interested applicant should visit (during office hours) the District Differently Abled Welfare Office and request a hard copy of the prescribed format of the application form from the staff exclusively entrusted to issue and collect fi…
Offline Step 1: The interested applicant should visit (during office hours) the District Differently Abled Welfare Office and request a hard copy of the prescribed format of the application form from the staff exclusively entrusted to issue and collect filled-in applications.
Step 2: In the application form, fill in all the mandatory fields, and attach copies of all the mandatory documents (self-attest, if required).
Offline 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: Submit the duly filled and signed application form along with the documents to the District Differently Abled Welfare Officer.
Offline Step 3: Submit the duly filled and signed application form along with the documents to the District Differently Abled Welfare Officer.
Step 4: Request a receipt or acknowledgment from the District Differently Abled Welfare 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 id…
Offline Step 4: Request a receipt or acknowledgment from the District Differently Abled Welfare 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).
Common questions in Tamil Nadu
Who can apply for Personal Accident Relief for Differently Abled Persons in Tamil Nadu?
Eligible residents of Tamil Nadu who meet the scheme’s overall criteria can apply for Personal Accident Relief for Differently Abled Persons. Refer to the eligibility section above for the complete checklist.
What documents are required for Personal Accident Relief for Differently Abled Persons in Tamil Nadu?
Applicants in Tamil Nadu typically need identity proof (Aadhaar), state residency proof, bank account details, and any scheme-specific documents listed in the documents section.
Frequently Asked Questions
The maximum amount of accident relief provided for differently abled persons in case of death is up to Rs. 1,00,000.