GTADAP

Grant of Transport Allowance to Differently Abled Persons

Launched by the Department of Social Welfare, Government of Puducherry, the Grant of Transport Allowance to Differently Abled Persons provides a monthly cash benefit of ₹ 300 to eligible individuals with orthopaedic disabilities. To qualify, applicants must be residents of Puducherry for at least five years, have a disability of 40% or more, and meet specific income and educational criteria.

State Cash

States / UT: Puducherry

Nodal department: Social Welfare Department, Puducherry

Scheme for: Individual

Scheme profile

DBT (direct benefit transfer): No

Categories: Transport & Infrastructure, Social welfare & Empowerment

Sub-categories: Financial assistance, Public transport and private vehicles, Roads and road transport

Target beneficiaries: Individual

Tags: Transport, Allowance, Disability, PwD

Details

The scheme “Grant of Transport Allowance to Differently Abled Persons" was launched by the Department of Social Welfare, Government of Puducherry. In this scheme, a fixed sum ₹ 300/- per month shall be paid as Transport Allowance to the differently abled individuals.

Benefits

  • ₹300/- per month shall be paid through Anganwadi Centres as Transport Allowance

₹ 300/- per month shall be paid through Anganwadi Centres as Transport Allowance.

Eligibility

  • The applicant should be a Native/Resident of the Union Territory of Puducherry for at least 5 years.
  • The applicant should have orthopaedic disability of 40% or above.
  • The annual income of the applicant should not exceed ₹ 75,000/-.
  • The applicant should not be in receipt of any other financial assistance for conveyance purpose from the department or any other source.
  • The age of the applicant should be 5 years and above.
  • The applicant should not have a formal education qualification.
  • If the applicant possess a free bus pass, then the same should be surrendered to the Directorate of Social Welfare.

Application Process

Offline

Step 1: The interested applicant should visit (during office hours) the Office/ Sub-Office of the Department of Social Welfare, 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.
OR
The interested applicant should take print of the prescribed format of the application form.
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: Submit the duly filled and signed application form along with the documents to the authority given below -

  • Puducherry: The Deputy Director, Differently Abled Section, Directorate of Social Welfare. - Karaikal: The Assistant Director, Social Welfare Department (Sub Office).- Mahe / Yanam: The Welfare Officer (i\c), Social Welfare Department (Sub Office).
    Step 4: Request a receipt or acknowledgement 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).

Online

Step 1: Visit the Official Website of the e-District Portal of the Government of Puducherry.
Step 2: At the top right corner of the home page, click "Login". In the login screen, click "Register a New Membership".
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 4: Visit the Official Website of the e-District Portal of the Government of Puducherry.
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 6: On the next screen, a list of schemes by the Government of Puducherry will be displayed Department-wise.
Step 7: Click on the scheme you wish to apply for. You will be taken to its online application form.
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 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 number will also be received on your Registered Mobile Number / Registered Email ID.
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Clarifications

Additional points from the scheme information published on myScheme (not legal advice).

Where will the monthly Transport Allowance be disbursed?
The ₹300/- monthly Transport Allowance will be paid through Anganwadi Centres.
Is the scheme exclusive, or can beneficiaries receive financial assistance from other sources?
Beneficiaries should not be in receipt of any other financial assistance for conveyance purposes from the department or any other source to qualify for the scheme.
What action is required if an applicant possesses a free bus pass?
If the applicant possesses a free bus pass, it should be surrendered to the Directorate of Social Welfare.
Are there any age restrictions for applicants?
Applicants should be 5 years and above to be eligible for the "Grant of Transport Allowance to Differently Abled Persons" scheme.
Can applicants with a formal education qualification apply for the scheme?
No, applicants should not have a formal education qualification to be eligible for the scheme.
What is the maximum annual income allowed for eligibility?
The annual income of the applicant should not exceed ₹75,000/- to be eligible for the scheme.
What percentage of orthopaedic disability is necessary for eligibility?
Applicants need to have an orthopaedic disability of 40% or above to qualify for the scheme.
What is the residency requirement for eligibility in this scheme?
Applicants must be Native/Residents of the Union Territory of Puducherry for a minimum of 5 years to qualify.
How long should the individual reside in Puducherry in order to become eligible for this scheme?
The individual should reside in Puducherry for at least 5 years in order to become eligible for this scheme.
Is There Any Application Fee?
No, applicants can rest assured that the entire application process is entirely free of cost. There are no fees associated with applying for this scheme.
Is There Any Compensation For The Delay In The Disbursal Of The Scheme Benefits?
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.
Can Applicants From The Neighboring States/UTs Also Apply To This Scheme?
This scheme is exclusively available to permanent residents of the Puducherry. Applicants from neighbouring States/UTs, among others, are not eligible to apply.

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