The scheme “Supply of Prosthetic Appliances to Differently Abled Persons” was launched by the Department of Social Welfare, Government of Puducherry. In this scheme, prosthetic appliances are supplied to differently-abled persons free of cost to minimize the mobility challenges experienced by them.

Benefits

• Free Supply of Prosthetic Appliances Like Calipers, Crutches, Wheelchairs, Tricycles, Hearing Aids, Spectacles / Low Vision Aids Etc.

NOTE: The Appliances Are Provided Upon the Advice of the Specialist / Medical Officers Concerned Who Are Attached to the Government General Hospital of Puducherry, Karaikal, Mahe and Yanam.

Eligibility

• The applicant should be a Native/Resident of the Union Territory of Puducherry for at least 5 years.
• The annual income of the applicant should not exceed ₹ 75,000/-.
• The applicant should have a disability of 40% or above.

Application Process

Offline & Online: https://edistrict.py.gov.in/

• Step 1: Visit the Department of Social Welfare or download the application form online.
• Step 2: Fill in all fields and attach required documents.
• Step 3: Submit to the Deputy Director (Puducherry), Assistant Director (Karaikal), or Welfare Officer (Mahe/Yanam).
• Step 4: Obtain an acknowledgment receipt.

Documents Required

• Aadhaar Card.
• Ration Card.
• Residence-cum-nativity Certificate.
• Recent Passport-size Photograph.
• Bank Passbook.
• Disability Certificate.
• Caste Certificate.
• Financial Assistance Identity Card.