Medical Termination of Pregnancy Scheme (PULWS)
The Medical Termination of Pregnancy Scheme (PULWS) provides financial aid for pregnancy termination in Puducherry.
Key facts
| Benefit | ₹250 (one-time assistance) |
|---|---|
| Who | Women aged 18-59, unorganized workers |
| How paid | Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) |
| Implemented by | Puducherry Unorganised Labourers' Welfare Society |
| Application window | Open all year for eligible applicants. |
Benefits
Beneficiaries receive a one-time financial assistance of ₹250 for medical termination of pregnancy, available for a maximum of two occasions. The amount is transferred directly to their bank account.
Who can apply
- Age 18–59
- Women / girls only
- For: taxi driver, auto driver, shop worker, caterer, carpenter, hair dresser, tailor, cycle rickshaw driver, cobbler, washerman, goldsmith, blacksmith, brass vessel maker, sculptor, loading worker, unloading worker, tree climber, pottery worker, coir worker, toddy tapper, bullock cart driver, thatcher, cook, hawker, newspaper vendor, bricks tiles worker, lpg distributor, domestic worker, light music player, automobile worker
- Resident of Puducherry
- not income tax payer
- no government employee in family
- poor household
- married widowed divorced or abandoned
Eligible applicants must be female residents of Puducherry, aged between 18 and 59, and engaged in specific unorganized occupations. They should not be income tax payers, have no government employees in their family, and must belong to a poor household. Additionally, they should be married, widowed, divorced, or abandoned.
How to apply
Applications for the scheme must be submitted offline at the designated office.
- Visit the Puducherry Unorganised Labourer's Welfare Society office to obtain the application form.
- Complete the application form, ensuring all mandatory fields are filled and attach the required documents.
- Submit the filled application form along with the documents to the concerned authority.
- Request a receipt or acknowledgement for your application submission, noting the date and time.
Documents required
- Two Passport-size Photographs
- Residential/Domicile Certificate
- Original Birth Certificate
- Discharge Slip
- Last Subscription Bill
- Society ID Card/ Proof of Registration
- Aadhaar Card
- Ration Card
- Bank Details
- Medical Certificate
Common problems and how to fix them
| Problem | What to do |
|---|---|
| Application not acknowledged | Request a receipt or acknowledgement from the authority upon submission of the application. |
| Payment not received | Ensure that the application was submitted correctly and check with the Puducherry Unorganised Labourers' Welfare Society for any updates. |
Frequently asked questions
Who administers the Medical Termination of Pregnancy Scheme?
The scheme is managed by the Puducherry Unorganised Labourers' Welfare Society under the Labour Department of Puducherry.
How is the financial assistance provided under the scheme?
The financial aid is credited directly to the beneficiary's bank account through Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT).
Can applications be submitted online?
No, applications must be submitted offline at the Puducherry Unorganised Labourer's Welfare Society office.
What are the key eligibility criteria for this scheme?
Applicants must be Indian citizens, residents of Puducherry, aged 18-59, and engaged in specified unorganized occupations, among other requirements.
What is the annual subscription fee for the scheme?
Applicants are required to pay an annual subscription fee of ₹100 to avail the benefits of the scheme.
Is self-attestation needed for the documents submitted with the application?
Yes, applicants must self-attest the copies of all mandatory documents when submitting their application.
Always confirm the latest details on the official portal before applying.
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