Sarkari Yojana
Ex-Gratia Payment for Loss of Hands, Legs, Eyes, or Vision
About Ex-Gratia Payment for Loss of Hands, Legs, Eyes, or Vision
The “Ex-Gratia Payment for Loss of Hands, Legs, Eyes, or Vision” scheme is carried out by the Uttarakhand State Disaster Management Authority under the Department of Disaster Management, Government of Uttarakhand. It gives financial relief to people left with physical disabilities, such as losing a limb or their sight, because of a disaster or while taking part in relief and preparedness work.
Scheme Overview
State Government
Uttarakhand State Disaster Management Authority
Individual
Scheme Details
Eligibility Requirements
To qualify for Ex-Gratia Payment for Loss of Hands, Legs, Eyes, or Vision, applicants must satisfy the following conditions:
Only Uttarakhand residents qualify
Only Uttarakhand residents qualify.
The person must either have been affected by…
The person must either have been affected by a disaster or have been engaged in disaster relief or preparedness work.
A doctor at a government hospital or dispensary…
A doctor at a government hospital or dispensary must certify how severe the disability is and what caused it.
Benefits Provided
Ex-Gratia Payment for Loss of Hands, Legs, Eyes, or Vision provides the following benefits to eligible applicants:
Every affected person is paid an ex-gratia sum…
Every affected person is paid an ex-gratia sum of ₹74,000/-. Where the disability is above 60%, the payment rises to ₹2,50,000/- per person.
Documents Required
Applicants should keep the following documents ready before starting the application:
A medical certificate of disability from a Government…
A medical certificate of disability from a Government Hospital or Authorized Medical Officer
Confirmation of the P-20 form entry made by…
Confirmation of the P-20 form entry made by the relevant Patwari
Any other supporting documents that may be needed
Any other supporting documents that may be needed
How to Apply
Offline Application
Applicants can apply for Ex-Gratia Payment for Loss of Hands, Legs, Eyes, or Vision through the offline application process outlined below.
Application Process
Details of the calamity and the harm done are gathered from several sources. The Patwari of the area assesses the damage and records it in Form P-20; the report is next cross-checked by the Tehsildar and the Sub-Divisional Magistrate before being placed before the District Magistrate for sanction. After the District Magistrate approves, relief amounts are released to the affected persons through the Tehsil.
Official Application & Website
Verify the latest eligibility, dates and instructions before applying.