To promote social justice and equality, the government is implementing several schemes to empower the lives of differently-abled citizens in the district. These initiatives are bringing new hope and confidence to many differently-abled individuals in the region.
Currently, 166 beneficiaries are receiving assistance under the Indira Gandhi National Disabled Pension Scheme, 512 individuals are benefiting from the Sant Surdas Scheme, and 908 beneficiaries are supported through the GMDPS Assistance Scheme. These programs are playing a significant role in the economic empowerment of differently-abled persons.
The government is actively working to build a strong and prosperous Gujarat. Initiatives led by the Department of Social Justice and Empowerment, Gandhinagar, are playing a vital role in integrating differently-abled citizens into the mainstream of society.
Promoting Dignity and Equality
These efforts go beyond financial assistance, fostering an environment of dignity, self-respect, and equality for differently-abled individuals. These schemes promote inclusiveness and equality, laying the foundation for Gujarat’s holistic development.
Empowering Through Education and Employment
In Botad district, the District Social Security Department has been instrumental in making disabled and visually impaired individuals self-reliant in education and employment. Various welfare schemes are being implemented to support the rehabilitation and empowerment of differently-abled citizens.
Key Government Schemes For Differently-Abled Individuals
- Indira Gandhi National Disabled Pension Scheme: 166 beneficiaries.
- Sant Surdas Scheme: 512 beneficiaries.
- GMDPS Mental Disabled Assistance Scheme: 908 beneficiaries.
Online Application Process and Contact Information
- Applications can be submitted on the official portal: www.esamajkalyan.gujarat.gov.in.
- Applications are verified and approved by the District Social Security Officer.
For further details, contact:
- Nearest Jan Seva Kendra or Gram Panchayat.
- District Seva Sadan, Botad (Child Marriage Prohibition Officer or Sub-District Social Security Officer).
Steps to Apply Online for Welfare Schemes:
- Visit Portal: Go to www.esamajkalyan.gujarat.gov.in.
- Login/Register: Create an account or log in.
- Select Scheme: Choose the relevant scheme (e.g., Indira Gandhi National Disabled Pension).
- Fill Form: Enter personal, disability, and contact details; upload required documents.
- Submit: Review and submit the application.
- Acknowledgement: Save the reference number for tracking.
- Verification: The District Social Security Officer will verify your application.
- Track Status: Check the status via the portal.
For help, contact Jan Seva Kendra or District Social Security Office.