PDP

Potency Development Plan

Individuals with disabilities in Chhattisgarh can improve their mobility through the Potency Development Plan, which offers artificial limbs and assistive devices valued up to ₹6,900. To be eligible, applicants must have a disability of 40% or more, possess a Disability Certificate or UDID Card, and meet specific income criteria, including being from a BPL family or having a recommendation from local authorities.

State In Kind

States / UT: Chhattisgarh

Nodal department: Social Welfare Department

Scheme for: Individual

Scheme profile

DBT (direct benefit transfer): No

Categories: Social welfare & Empowerment

Sub-categories: Aids/Appliances

Target beneficiaries: Individual

Tags: Samarthy, PwD, Artificial Limbs, Assistive Devices, Disability, BPL

Details

The scheme "Potency Development Plan" implemented by the Social Welfare Department of the Government of Chhattisgarh, aims to increase the mobility of all eligible persons with disabilities of the state by providing them artificial limbs/assistive devices. The scheme provides artificial limbs/assistive devices worth up to ₹6,900/- to persons with disabilities of 40% or more, provided they meet the other eligibility criteria.

Benefits

  • - Under this scheme, artificial limbs/assistive devices worth up to ₹6,900/- are provided to persons with disabilities
  • Under this scheme, artificial limbs/assistive devices worth up to ₹6,900/- are provided to persons with disabilities.

Eligibility

  • The applicant should be a resident of Chhattisgarh.
  • The applicant should have a disability.
  • The applicant's disability should be 40% or more.
  • The applicant should possess a Disability Certificate or a UDID Card.
  • The applicant should either be a member of a BPL family or have a recommendation from the Collector or Sub-Divisional Officer (Revenue).
  • The monthly income of the applicant’s parents/guardian should be less than ₹8,000/-.

Application Process

Offline

  • Applicants should submit their applications in the prescribed format, along with all relevant documents, to the Joint Director/Deputy Director District Office, Panchayat and Social Welfare Department.

Clarifications

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

What benefits does the scheme offer?
The scheme provides artificial limbs and assistive devices worth up to ₹6,900/- to persons with disabilities.
Who is eligible for this scheme?
To be eligible, the applicant must be a resident of Chhattisgarh, have a disability of 40% or more, possess a Disability Certificate or a UDID Card, and meet specific income criteria.
What percentage of disability is required to qualify for this scheme?
The applicant's disability must be 40% or more to qualify for the scheme.
Is there an income criterion for eligibility?
Yes, the monthly income of the applicant's parents or guardian should be less than ₹8,000/-.
How can one apply for this scheme?
Applicants should submit their applications in the prescribed format along with all relevant documents to the Joint Director/Deputy Director District Office of the Panchayat and Social Welfare Department.
What documents are required to apply for this scheme?
Required documents include a Disability Certificate or UDID Card, income proof, BPL certificate (if applicable), a recommendation letter (if applicable), etc.
What happens if my monthly income increases after applying?
The eligibility criteria regarding income should be met at the time of application.
Can I receive devices worth more than ₹6,900/-?
No, the maximum limit for the value of devices provided under the scheme is ₹6,900/-.
Is the scheme applicable for all types of disabilities?
Yes, the scheme is for all types of disabilities, provided they are certified as 40% or more.

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