Annual Tour to the Differently Abled Persons

Key facts

Benefit	One free tour per year
Who	Residents of Puducherry aged 18-50
Income limit	₹75,000
Implemented by	Department of Social Welfare, Puducherry
Official portal	https://socwelfare.py.gov.in
Application window	Apply after notification in local newspapers each year.

Benefits

Eligible individuals receive one free tour each year to various culturally and historically significant locations. The scheme aims to enhance awareness of cultural heritage among differently abled persons.

Who can apply

Age 18–50
Household income ≤ ₹75,000/year
Resident of Puducherry
not income tax payer
no government employee in family
no family member in government service
disabled

Applicants must be residents of Puducherry aged between 18 and 50 years, with an annual income not exceeding ₹75,000. They should have a disability of 40% or more and must not have participated in the tour in the last ten years. Additionally, neither the applicant nor their parents should be government employees.

Who is not eligible

Income tax payers
Government employees
Family members in government service
Individuals with contagious diseases

How to apply

Interested applicants should apply offline after the scheme notification is published in local newspapers.

Visit the Department of Social Welfare office to request the application form or download it online.
Complete the application form, attach a recent passport-sized photograph, and include all required documents.
Submit the filled application form and documents to the relevant authority in Puducherry or its sub-offices.
Obtain a receipt or acknowledgment of your application submission, ensuring it includes essential details.

Apply on the official website ↗

Documents required

Aadhaar Card
Ration Card
Residence-cum-nativity Certificate
Recent Passport-size Photograph
Bank Passbook
Caste Certificate
Disability Certificate / Medical Certificate
Financial Assistance Identity Card

Common problems and how to fix them

Problem	What to do
Application not acknowledged	Ensure to request a receipt or acknowledgement upon submission of the application.
Ineligibility due to age	Confirm that the applicant is between 18 and 50 years old, as those outside this range cannot apply.
Income exceeds limit	Verify that the annual income does not exceed ₹75,000 to meet eligibility criteria.
Previous tour undertaken	Applicants should not have participated in the tour in the past ten years to qualify.

Frequently asked questions

Can individuals above 50 years of age apply for the scheme?

No, applicants must be between 18 and 50 years old to qualify for the scheme.

What is the minimum percentage of disability required for eligibility?

Applicants must have a disability of 40% or above to be eligible for the scheme.

What health condition disqualifies an applicant from participating in the scheme?

Individuals affected by any contagious diseases are not eligible to apply.

How frequently can an individual apply for the tour?

Applicants are only eligible if they have not participated in the tour in the past ten years.

What is the maximum annual income allowed for eligibility?

To qualify, the applicant's annual income should not exceed ₹75,000.

Are there any restrictions on the consumption of certain items during the tour?

Yes, the consumption of drugs and alcoholic items is strictly prohibited during the tour.

Always confirm the latest details on the official portal before applying.