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Supply of Dhotis and Sarees to Scheduled Caste (SC) People

The scheme “Supply of Dhotis and Sarees to Scheduled Caste (SC) People” by the Adi Dravidar Welfare and Scheduled Tribes Welfare Department, Union Territory of Puducherry is introduced to provide clothing items (lungi, shirt, saree, blouse, etc) to the Scheduled Caste (SC) people of Puducherry.

Authority

State/ UT

Region

Puducherry

Status

Verified 2026

Updated

March 2026

What you get

- Each male member of the family is supplied with a lungi and shirt bit. | - Each female member of the family is supplied with a saree and a blouse. | - The benefits are provided annually.

Who can apply

The applicant should be a citizen of India.; The applicant should be 18 years or above in age.; The applicant should have his/her name included in the yellow/red ration card supplied by the Civil Supplies Department.; The applicant should have continuous residence in Puducherry for at least 5 years.; The annual income of the applicant should not exceed ₹ 24,000/-.

Required Paperwork

  • Aadhaar Card
  • PAN Card
  • Income Certificate
  • Residence Proof (Domicile)

Common Questions

Is the scheme limited to a specific age group?

No, the scheme is open to applicants who are 18 years or above.

Can the applicant's annual income exceed ₹24,000 and still qualify?

No, the annual income of the applicant should not exceed [?]24,000 for eligibility.

Can an applicant with less than 5 years of residence in Puducherry be eligible?

No, continuous residence in Puducherry for at least 5 years is a prerequisite.

What items are supplied to each female member of the family?

Each female member is supplied with a saree and a blouse.

What items are supplied to each male member of the family?

Each male member is supplied with a saree and a blouse.

What documentation is needed to verify the applicant's income?

An Income Certificate from the Revenue Department is required.

How often are the benefits of this scheme provided?

The benefits, including clothing items, are supplied annually.

Who administers the scheme "Supply of Dhotis and Sarees to Scheduled Caste (SC) People"?

The Adi Dravidar Welfare and Scheduled Tribes Welfare Department, Union Territory of Puducherry.

Are there any specific provisions for persons with disabilities under this scheme?

No provisions for persons with disabilities are mentioned in the guidelines of this scheme.

Is there an application deadline for this scheme?

The scheme guidelines do not mention any opening date or closing date for applications.

Where Can I Find The URL To The Website Of The Adi Dravidar Welfare and Scheduled Tribes Welfare Department?

The official website of the Adi Dravidar Welfare and Scheduled Tribes Welfare Department can be accessed through the following URL: [Insert URL - https://adwelfare.py.gov.in.

Is There Any Compensation For The Delay In The Disbursal Of The Scheme Benefits?

The guidelines do not mention any provision for compensation in the event of delayed disbursement of scheme benefits. Applicants should note that compensation for delays is not part of the scheme's framework.