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Pension to the Persons who lost 100% eye sight

“Pension to the Persons Who Lost 100% Eye Sight" was launched by the Directorate of Social Welfare and Social Education, Government of Tripura. The scheme aims to provide a monthly pension of ₹2,000/- to the differently-abled persons who are 10 years and above in age and have 100% blindness.

Authority

State/ UT

Region

Tripura

Status

Active / Open

Updated

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What are the Benefits?

Pension of ₹2,000/- per month.

Who is Eligible?

The applicant should be a resident of Tripura.; The age of the applicant should be 10 years & above.; The applicant should be 100% Visually Handicapped.; The family income of the applicant should not exceed ₹1,00,000/-.; No member of the family of the applicant should be a government employee.

Required Documents

Aadhaar Card
PAN Card
Income Certificate
Residence Proof (Domicile)

Common Questions

When was the scheme implemented?

The scheme was implemented on 1st April 2012.

Who sanctions the pension?

Child Development Project Officers (CDPOs) sanction the pension to eligible cases.

Is income status a criterion for eligibility?

No, individuals can apply to belong to APL (Above Poverty Line) category.

How much pension is provided under the scheme?

[?]2000 per month per beneficiary.

Who is eligible for the Pension Scheme?

Those who have lost 100% of their eyesight and belong to APL families are eligible for the Pension Scheme.

Is there an age limit for applicants?

Yes, the applicant's age should be 10 years and above.

What documentation is required during application?

Documentation required includes attested copies of certificates indicating APL household status, EPIC of the applicant, medical board certification of eyesight, and age-proof certificate.

Is there any application fee?

No, there is no application fee.

How is the application process for this scheme?

The application process involves submitting a duly filled application form along with required documents to the office of the Child Development Project Officer (CDPO) of the concerned area.

Is there a deadline for submitting applications?

The scheme guidelines do not specify a deadline; however, timely submission is recommended.