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Grants To Patients Suffering From Tuberculosis/Cancer And Other Major Diseases

Financial assistance in the form of a one-time grant is offered to individuals from the Tea Tribes and Adivasi community in Assam who are undergoing medical treatment for Tuberculosis, Cancer, and other major diseases. Eligible applicants must be permanent residents of Assam with a family income not exceeding ₹5,00,000 per annum and should not hold any government positions.

State Cash

States / UT: Assam

Nodal department: Tea Tribes and Adivasi Welfare Department

Scheme for: Individual

Scheme profile

DBT (direct benefit transfer): No

Categories: Health & Wellness

Sub-categories: Disease and conditions, Financial assistance, Health promotion

Target beneficiaries: Individual

Tags: Health, Financial Assistance, Disease, Education, Student, Cancer, Tuberculosis, Patient

Details

The scheme "Grants To Patients Suffering From Tuberculosis/Cancer And Other Major Diseases" was launched by the Tea Tribes Welfare Department, Government of Assam. The scheme aims to provide financial assistance in the form of a one-time grant to patients belonging to the Tea Tribes and Adivasi community who are undergoing medical treatment. The applicant must be a permanent resident of Assam belonging to the Tea Tribes and Adivasi Community. The applications for this scheme are accepted online.

Benefits

  • Financial assistance (one-time grant) to patients undergoing medical treatment

Financial assistance (one-time grant) to patients undergoing medical treatment.

Eligibility

  • The applicant must be a permanent resident of Assam.

  • The applicant must belong to the Tea Tribes and Adivasi community.

  • The applicant's family income must not exceed ₹5,00,000/- per annum.

  • The applicant should not be a Government Service holder.

  • The applicant must be a patient undergoing medical treatment for specified diseases such as Eye Diseases, Tuberculosis, Eye Cataract, Accident, Auto Immune Diseases, Liver Diseases, Nerve Disorder, Cancer, Kidney Diseases, Dialysis, Major Operations, Bone Diseases like Rheumatoid Arthritis, Bone Fractures, Elephantiasis, Heart Diseases, and Strokes.

  • The applicant must not hold any position under Government/Semi Government Authorities/Boards.

  • The applicant must not be a member of Panchayati Raj Institutions.

*Preference should be given to widow/aged/unmarried women/physically handicapped/Below Poverty Line (BPL) families.

Exclusions



Application Process

Online

Step 1: Portal Access and Scheme Selection

A. Navigating to the Portal: The applicant must first open the official Tea Tribes Welfare Department URL, www.ttwd.assam.gov.in, and then click the "Online Application" link to be redirected to the SIRISH application portal.
B. Initial Login or Registration: New users must register themselves on the online portal, while existing users will log in using the username and password created during prior registration.
C. Selecting the Scheme: Once the applicant is logged into the Dashboard, they must select the appropriate scholarship scheme from the dropdown menu available.

Step 2:****** Entering Personal Details

A. Inputting Mandatory Data: Enter "Personal Details" where all required information in the application form must be accurately provided.
B. Specifying Location Details: Location data, including District, Assembly Constituency, and Sub-Division, must be selected, along with other essential address details like Village/Town.
C. Saving Personal Information: After filling in all necessary fields in this step, click on the "Save Form Details" button to proceed further with the application.

Step 3:****** Document Upload

A. Uploading Required Files: Under the "Upload Documents" tab, upload all required supporting documents in the specified image formats (e.g., JPG/JPEG).
B. Document Formatting Check: All uploaded documents must adhere to specified maximum file sizes (e.g., photo maximum 50 KB, other documents generally 100 KB) before they can be saved.

Step 4:****** Updating Bank Details

A. Providing Account Information: Enter the Bank Account Number and the name of the bank under the "Update Bank Details" tab.
B. Entering Branch Identification: Details essential for electronic transfer, specifically the Bank Branch Name and the corresponding IFSC Code, must be accurately provided.
C. Securing Financial Data: Once all bank details have been correctly entered, click on the "Save Bank Details" button to confirm the information.

Step 5:****** Preview and Final Submission

A. Application Review: "Preview Application" displays all details entered in the form for a thorough and final check.
B. Final Confirmation: After cross-checking all information and uploaded documents for accuracy, the applicant must confirm the application by clicking the "Proceed with Submit Application" button.
C. Tracking Status: Upon successful submission, an application number will be visible on the screen, allowing the applicant to view the status under the "APPLICATION STATUS" tab.

Clarifications

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

Must applicants be permanent residents of Assam and belong to the specified Tea Tribes and Adivasi Community to qualify for this particular medical support scheme?
The candidate must be a permanent resident of Assam and must belong to the Tea Tribes and Adivasi Community. <br>
Are applicants required to secure a medical certificate specifically from a government doctor of a high rank, such as a Sub-Divisional Medical Officer, or can a private hospital doctor provide certification?
The medical certificate must be from a Government Doctor, not below the rank of Sub-Divisional Medical Officer (SDMO), or from the Doctor of the Nursing Home/Hospital where the patient is undergoing treatment, confirming the disease of the patient. <br>
What kind of medical reports should be submitted to the Directorate, and who must issue these documents to ensure their validity?
Medical reports must specify the nature of the disease the person is suffering from and must be issued by a registered Medical Practitioner/Doctor under whom the patient is undergoing treatment. <br>
If an individual is currently receiving treatment for Tuberculosis or has been diagnosed with Cancer, does their condition make them eligible for this grant?
Yes, patients undergoing medical treatment for Tuberculosis (T.B.) or Cancer are among those eligible for this one-time grant. <br>
Is it a mandatory requirement for applicants to provide a recommendation letter issued by their local Member of Legislative Assembly or Member of Parliament as part of the application process?
Yes, a recommendation letter from the local Member of Legislative Assembly (MLA)/Member of Parliament (MP) on the disease and the need for financial assistance should also be submitted. <br>
If I require treatment for conditions affecting my renal system, such as chronic Kidney Diseases or ongoing Dialysis treatments, does this scheme cover those costs?
Yes, financial assistance is provided for medical treatment connected with Kidney Diseases and Dialysis. <br>
For patients seeking assistance for serious cardiovascular conditions, does this scheme cover treatments related to Heart Diseases or medical events like Strokes?
Yes, financial assistance is provided for medical treatment connected with Heart Diseases and Strokes. <br>
Does this assistance program only offer a single payment, meaning I can only receive the financial support one time across all years of the scheme's operation?
Yes, the grant is provided in the form of a one-time grant, meaning one applicant is eligible for the grant only once under this scheme. <br>
If an applicant is already employed and holds a position within a Government or Semi Government Authority, are they still permitted to apply for this grant?
No, the applicant should not hold any position under Government/Semi Government Authorities/Boards, nor be a member of Panchayati Raj Institutions, or a member of the Selection Committee, etc. <br>
What specific preference is given during the beneficiary selection process for vulnerable groups such as aged individuals or families categorized as Below Poverty Line?
Preference is given while selecting beneficiaries who are widow, aged, unmarried women, physically handicapped, or belong to Below Poverty Line (BPL) families. <br>
What is the maximum annual family income limit that applicants must adhere to when submitting their applications for this financial assistance program?
The applicant must submit an undertaking that the annual family income does not exceed ₹5,00,000/- (Rupees five lakh) per annum. <br>
Does the financial assistance extend to serious Bone Diseases such as Rheumatoid Arthritis or treatments for complex injuries like Bone Fractures or Elephantiasis?
Yes, financial assistance is provided for medical treatment connected with Bone Diseases like Rheumatoid Arthritis, Bone Fractures, and Elephantiasis. <br>
Are patients requiring medical intervention for conditions like Eye Diseases or requiring surgery for an Eye Cataract covered under the provisions of this scheme?
Yes, patients undergoing medical treatment connected with Eye Diseases and Eye Cataract are covered under this scheme. <br>
In addition to general medical documentation, must an applicant also provide a valid Caste certificate issued and certified by the District Commissioner or a designated officer?
Yes, the applicant must produce a valid Caste certificate which is duly certified or issued by the District Commissioner of the concerned district or his/her designated officer. <br>

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