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Supply of Sarees and Dhoties to Differently Abled Persons

In this scheme, free dhothies and sarees or equivalent Direct Benefit Transfer are provided to the differently abled persons who are benefited under the monthly financial assistance schemes in lieu of Diwali / Pongal / local regional festivals.

Authority

State/ UT

Region

Puducherry

Status

Verified 2026

Updated

March 2026

What you get

Free Dhothies and Sarees or Equivalent Direct Benefit Transfer during Diwali / Pongal / local regional festivals.

Who can apply

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/- per annum.; The applicant should have a disability of 40% or above.; The applicant should be 18 years or above in age.; The applicant should have registered their name in the local anganwadi centre.; The applicant should be a recipient of Financial Assistance from the Directorate of Social Welfare, Government of Puducherry.

Required Paperwork

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

Common Questions

What festivals are covered for the distribution of Dhothies and Sarees?

Distribution occurs during Diwali, Pongal, or local regional festivals as specified under the scheme.

What is a prerequisite for being considered under this scheme?

Applicants should be recipients of Financial Assistance from the Directorate of Social Welfare, Government of Puducherry.

What additional requirement is there for applicants regarding anganwadi centers?

Applicants should have registered their name in the local anganwadi centre.

What is the minimum age requirement for applicants?

Applicants should be 18 years or above to be eligible for the scheme.

What is the maximum annual income allowed for eligibility?

The annual income of the applicant should not exceed [?]75,000/- per annum.

What disability percentage is considered for eligibility under this scheme?

An applicant should have a disability of 40% or above to qualify.

How long must an applicant have been a resident of the Union Territory of Puducherry to qualify?

The applicant should be a Native/Resident of Puducherry for a minimum of 5 years.

What are the primary benefits offered by this scheme?

Eligible individuals receive Free Dhothies and Sarees or Equivalent Direct Benefit Transfer during specified festivals.

Are there sub-offices where applicants can seek assistance?

Applicants can visit the Sub Offices of the Social Welfare Department, Puducherry, listed at https://socwelfare.py.gov.in/sub--office-social-welfare-department for assistance.

Where can individuals find contact information for direct inquiries?

For direct inquiries, individuals can refer to the "Contact Us" section at https://socwelfare.py.gov.in/contact-us.

How can individuals address grievances related to the scheme?

Grievances can be addressed through the Grievance Redressal portal at https://pgportal.gov.in/.

Is There Any Application Fee?

No, applicants can rest assured that the entire application process is entirely free of cost. There are no fees associated with applying for this scheme.