The objective of the pension to the disabled person scheme is to provide a pension to disabled persons, which is multifaceted, but generally centers around promoting social welfare, equity, and inclusivity.
Pension To The Disabled Person - Introduction
The Pension to the Disabled Person scheme under the Social Welfare, Women & Child Development Department, Chandigarh provides a disability pension to physically handicapped persons.
A person who is disabled to the extent of 40% and is a resident of the Union Territory of Chandigarh and fulfills the income criteria, i.e., family income does not exceed ₹1.50 lakh per annum, is eligible for a grant of pension.
Everyone deserves to live with dignity and respect, regardless of their abilities. Offering a pension to disabled persons recognizes their inherent value and ensures they are not left to live in poverty or dependence.
Benefits
- The pension payable to each person shall be ₹1,000 per annum for those persons having 40% to 70% disability.
- ₹2,000 per annum for those persons having more than 70% disability.
Eligibility
- The applicant’s disability must be at least 40% or above, then they will be eligible to avail the benefit.
- The applicant must be a resident of the Union Territory of Chandigarh for more than 3 years.
- The family income of the applicant should not exceed ₹1.50 lacs annually.
Exclusions
- An individual who is disabled less than 40%.
- Individual who is not a resident of Chandigarh UT.
- Individual who has been a resident of Chandigarh for less than 3 years.
- Individual whose family income exceeds Rs. 1.50 lacs per annum.
Application Process
- Step 1: Download form (Hindi) Download form (English)
- Step 2: Before you start filling out the form, read any instructions or guidelines provided.
- Step 3: Collect all the information and documents you will need to complete the form.
- Step 4: Once you have completed the form, follow the instructions for submission.
- Step 5: Make a copy of the completed form for your records before submitting it. This will serve as a reference in case you need to refer back to the information provided.
- Step 6: Submit it to the respective Nodal office / Nagar Nigam office.