ADIP Scheme:
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Launched by: Department of Empowerment of Persons with Disabilities(DEPwD) under the Ministry of Social Justice & Empowerment.
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Aim: To assist the needy disabled persons in procuring durable and scientifically manufactured appliances. It will promote their physical, social, and psychological rehabilitation by reducing the effects of disabilities and enhancing their economic potential.
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Implemented by: NGOs, National Institutes under the Ministry of Social Justice & Empowerment, and ALIMCO (a PSU that manufactures artificial limbs).
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Eligibility:
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Indian citizen of any age
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Has 40% disability or more
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Monthly income not more than Rs.20,000.
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In the case of dependents, the income of parents/guardians should not exceed Rs. 20,000/- per month
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Must not have received assistance during the last 3 years, and for children, it’s the last 1 year.
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