Going from one place to another or mobility is one of those things that we won’t miss unless it’s taken away from us and it is one of those things which Persons with Disabilities (PwDs) not only miss but face a significant challenge in. From a basic thought of ‘Should I go?’ to ‘How will I go?’, ‘How will I get on to public transportation of any kind?’ are just some instances where Persons with Disabilities have to think about. The Indian government are working on making the nation inclusive for Persons with Disabilities however, there are still innumerable places that are yet to be equipped with making infrastructure and services easier for Persons with Disabilities. One such government scheme is the Free Motorised Tricycle Scheme for PwD.
The government of Uttar Pradesh is taking one step at a time to make the nation inclusive for PwDs. Through this article, we will learn about the Free Motorised Tricycle Scheme. The state government scheme aims to make transportation easier and more convenient for PwDs by providing them with motorised tricycles without cost.
Overview: Free Motorised Tricycle Scheme
| Name of the initiative | Free Motorised Tricycle Scheme |
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| Launched by | State government of Uttar Pradesh |
| Launched in | 2020 |
| Objective | To make the mobility of PwDs easier, more convenient, and on their terms |
| Target group | Persons with Disabilities (PwDs) |
| Benefits | Free motorised tricycles |
| Eligibility criteria | PwDs from the state of Uttar Pradesh from low-income families |
| Application process | Online |
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What Is The Free Motorised Tricycle Scheme?
The Free Motorised Tricycle scheme was launched by the state government of Uttar Pradesh in the year 2020 to make transportation easier for PwDs. The Sarkari Yojana provides PwDs with motorised tricycles that they can use as per their own choice and travel from one place to another without going through the hassle of public transportation.
The motorised tricycle scheme has been launched also to help Persons with Disabilities gain their independence back and live their lives like any other person.
Objectives
There are several features of the motorised tricycle scheme that cover all the goals of the govt scheme. Some of the major objectives of the Sarkari Yojana are:
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Easier transportation: The Sarkari Yojana’s primary aim is to improve the conditions of transportation in the state for PwDs and pave the way for something through which they can travel anywhere anytime as per their needs and wants.
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Avoiding public transportation: With the help of the motorised tricycle scheme, PwDs don’t have to go through the hassles of public transportation like crowds, climbing steps, etc.
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Aatmanirbhar: The scheme helps PwDs regain their independence and live their life like every other person.
Benefits Of The Person With Disability Scheme
The central aim of the motorised tricycle scheme is to make transportation and mobility easier for Persons with Disability. Some of its other major benefits are:
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Motorised tricycles: The govt scheme provides motorised tricycles for the handicapped so that they can travel wherever and whenever they want.
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Free of cost: PwDs are required to pay absolutely nothing to get their hands on the motorised tricycles for the handicapped as the Sarkari Yojana is completely free of cost.
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Financial grant: The state provides a grant with a maximum grant of Rs. 25,000 which is the actual price of the motorised tricycles. (Please note that if the price of the motorised tricycle exceeds the limit, the extra amount will have to be paid by the beneficiary themselves)
Eligibility Criteria Of The Free Motorised Tricycle Scheme
Interested individuals first need to ensure whether they fit the eligibility requirement. The eligibility criteria for the free tricycle for the handicapped scheme are as follows:
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The applicant should be from the state of Uttar Pradesh.
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Applicant should be 16 years or above.
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The annual income of the applicant’s family shouldn’t be more than Rs. 1,50,000 per annum.
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Applicants must’ve 80% disability or more certified by the Chief Medical Officer of the district.
Exclusion Criteria Of The Free Motorised Tricycle Scheme
There’s only one exclusion criterion of the government scheme and that is that if any PwDs have already availed themselves of the benefits of any other motorised tricycle scheme they won’t be able to apply for this scheme.
Application Process Of The Free Motorised Tricycle Scheme
Interested and eligible applicants can apply for the motorised tricycle scheme and reap its benefits by following some simple steps listed below in step-wise format for one’s understanding:
Step 1: Please visit the official website of the motorised tricycle scheme.
Step 2: Click on ‘Apply online’.
Step 3: Fill in your details like name, date of birth, address, etc.
Step 4: Upload the supporting documents.
Step 5: Submit the form and wait for approval.
Required Documents For The Free Motorised Tricycle Scheme
Applicants may need to submit some supporting documents to avail themselves of the benefits of the motorised tricycle scheme. The list of those documents is mentioned below in detail:
Conclusion
The free motorised tricycle scheme by the state government of Uttar Pradesh is an excellent initiative taken by the government to make the state more inclusive for Persons with Disabilities. It is a government scheme made to help them a little so that they help themselves.
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