Govt. Schemes

Leprosy Pension Scheme

Objective of the Scheme

The Leprosy Pension Scheme is an initiative by the Government of Uttar Pradesh, operated by the Department of Empowerment of Persons with Disabilities, Uttar Pradesh. The scheme aims to provide financial assistance to individuals who have become disabled due to leprosy and belong to economically weaker sections. The pension serves as a grant-in-aid for their maintenance, ensuring they receive the necessary support for basic living expenses.

Benefits of the Scheme

  1. Monthly Financial Assistance: ₹3,000 per beneficiary.
  2. No Age Restriction: Persons with leprosy-related disabilities from any age group can apply.
  3. Support for Economically Weaker Sections: Only those falling below the poverty line can avail of the scheme.
  4. Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT): The pension is transferred directly to the beneficiary’s bank account.

Eligibility Criteria

    Who Can Apply?
  1. The applicant must be a permanent resident of Uttar Pradesh.
  2. Must be disabled due to leprosy (with any percentage of disability).
  3. Must belong to an economically weaker section:
    • - Annual income should not exceed ₹56,460 (urban areas).
    • - Annual income should not exceed ₹46,080 (rural areas).
  4. Should not be availing benefits from other pension schemes.

Requirements:

  1. Passport-size color photograph.
  2. Date of Birth / Age Certificate.
  3. Disability Certificate (confirming disability due to leprosy).
  4. Income Certificate (to verify eligibility).
  5. Bank Account Details (linked with Aadhaar for DBT).

Application Process

    Online Application Process:
  1. Visit the Official Portal of the Uttar Pradesh Government.
  2. Fill out the Online Application Form, providing:
    • - Personal Details
    • - Bank Details
    • - Income Details
    • - Disability Details
  3. Upload the Required Documents (Photograph, Age Certificate, Disability Certificate).
  4. Submit the Application for verification.
  5. Approval & Disbursement: Upon approval, the pension will be credited to the applicant’s bank account.

Operational Guidelines

  1. Pension is provided for life or until the individual becomes financially independent.
  2. Regular verification is conducted by the Social Welfare Department.
  3. State Government-funded scheme with direct disbursement to beneficiaries.

Key Features

  1. Financial and Social Support for leprosy patients.
  2. Accessible Application Process (both online and offline).
  3. Priority for Economically Weaker Sections.
  4. No Age Restrictions for applicants.

FAQs

  1. What is the Leprosy Pension Scheme?
    Answer:     It is a government initiative providing ₹3,000 per month to individuals disabled due to leprosy.
  2. What are the benefits under the scheme?
    Answer:     A monthly pension of ₹3,000, with direct fund transfer to the beneficiary’s bank account.
  3. Who can get the benefits of the scheme?
    Answer:     Any permanent resident of Uttar Pradesh who is disabled due to leprosy and falls below the specified income criteria.
  4. Is there a minimum disability percentage required?
    Answer:     No, any percentage of disability due to leprosy is eligible.
  5. From which age group can a person apply?
    Answer:     There is no age restriction; anyone disabled due to leprosy can apply.
  6. What is the maximum annual income limit for urban applicants?
    Answer:     ₹56,460 per annum.
  7. What is the maximum annual income limit for rural applicants?
    Answer:     ₹46,080 per annum.
  8. Can beneficiaries of other pension schemes avail of this scheme?
    Answer:     No, individuals already receiving benefits from other pension schemes are not eligible.
  9. How to apply for the scheme?
    Answer:     Applications can be submitted online through the official portal or offline at the District Magistrate’s Office.
  10. What is the official portal for online applications?
    Answer:     The official application portal can be accessed through the Uttar Pradesh Government’s Social Welfare Department website.

For Queries & Assistance

Official Website: Department of Empowerment of Persons with Disabilities, Uttar Pradesh. uphwd.gov.in

Helpline Number: Contact 0522-2287267.