Free assistive devices for Divyang persons and senior citizens under ADIP scheme
Tribune Times News
Kapurthala, July 21
Deputy Commissioner Akash Bansal on Tuesday stated that the Department of Social Security and Women & Child Development, Punjab, through the Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment, will organize five assessment camps at different locations across Kapurthala district under the Assistance to Disabled Persons for Purchase/Fitting of Aids and Appliances (ADIP) Scheme to provide free assistive devices to Divyang persons and senior citizens.
Deputy Commissioner further informed that the camps will be held from 9 AM to 4 PM at BDPO Office, Kapurthala on August 3, BDPO Office, Sultanpur Lodhi on August 4, BDPO Office, Dhilwan on August 5, BDPO Office, Nadala on August 6 and PWD Rest House, Phagwara on August 7. He added that the Artificial Limbs Manufacturing Corporation of India (ALIMCO) will conduct registration and assessment of beneficiaries during these camps.
Under the scheme, senior citizens will be eligible for free assistive devices worth up to Rs 15,000, while Divyang persons can receive devices worth up to Rs 22,500. The assistance includes artificial limbs, wheelchairs, tricycles, spectacles, hearing aids, walking sticks, Braille kits and other rehabilitation aids. He further informed that the benefit of the scheme will be available only to those beneficiaries whose monthly income does not exceed Rs 22,500.
The Deputy Commissioner appealed to all eligible beneficiaries to bring their income certificate, Aadhaar card, passport-size photographs, UDIC card and reach the designated venues on time to avail maximum benefit from the camps.
For any information or assistance, people may contact the district administration helpline number 01822-233777.
