by For helping and provide support to the mothers with children suffering from autism, cerebral palsy, mental retardation and multiple disabilities ,The Department of Social Justice has formulated a novel initiative ‘Snehayanam’ , which provide a means of livelihood for such beneficiaries.. For those mothers who are widowed or divorced and have no other source of permanent income, taking care of such PwDs can be quite challenging . This scheme provides electric auto rickshaws free of cost to mothers of persons with disabilities who suffer financially.
Those who are meeting all the eligibility criteria mentioned below can apply for this scheme.
- Mothers of PwDs covered under the National Trust Act (NTA) are eligible.
- Applicants must belong to BPL category and do not have a source of permanent income.
- Widowed/legally divorced/ wives abandoned by husbands are eligible.
- Must possess a valid 3 wheeler license.
- The maximum age limit is 55 years.
The documents required are Copies of
- Ration card
- Aadhar/ Proof of Identity of applicant
- Declaration from Village Officer/ Valid document proving that the applicant is widowed/legally divorced/ wife abandoned by husband
- 3 wheeler license and Medical Board certificate of PwD.”
The duly filled application form along with supporting documents mentioned above has to be submitted through District Social Justice Officers concerned. During the initial phase of the scheme 2 beneficiaries from each district will be selected for this scheme. The tax and insurance for the vehicles will have to be borne by the beneficiary. The vehicle must be registered solely in the name of the beneficiary and the vehicle ownership cannot be transferred or sold.
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