Home for Visually Challenged Person
The scheme “Home for Visually challenged Person" was launched by the Department of Social Welfare, Government of Puducherry. The objective of this scheme is to take care of the male persons who are visually impaired and who lack care and protection in society and are deprived of basic needs.
About This Scheme
Benefits
1. Free Food and Shelter.
1. Free Supply of Daily Living Needs.
₹5
1. Pocket Money of ₹ 5/-.
1. Vocational Training Such as Korai & Coir Mat Weaving, According to Their Interest.
₹20
1. Labour Charges of ₹ 20 /- for Mat.
1. Recreations Such as TV, Radio, Musical Instrument, Besides Local Trips to Places of Interest and Temples.
1. Annual Tour to Places of Interest.
NOTE: Contact the authorities below in case of delay in disbursal of benefits:
Puducherry: The Director, Directorate of Social Welfare, Saradhambal Nagar, Ellaipillaichavadhy, Puducherry.
Karaikal: The Collector, Karaikal.
Mahe/Yanam: The Regional Administrator, Mahe/Yanam.
Eligibility
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Required Documents
- ✦Aadhaar Card.
- ✦Voter ID.
- ✦Address Proof.
- ✦Ration Card.
- ✦Age Proof.
- ✦Disability Certificate.
✦ Required ◦ Optional
How to Apply
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).
Quick Info
- Level
- Central Government
- Max benefit
- ₹20