PTTDP

The objective of the pension to the disabled person scheme is providing a pension to disabled persons is multifaceted, but generally centers around promoting social welfare, equity, and inclusivity.

The Pension to the Disabled Person scheme under the Social Welfare, Women & Child Development Chandigarh is Disability pension to a disabled person granted to Physically Handicapped persons. A person who is disabled to the extent of 40% and is resident of Union Territory of Chandigarh and fulfills the income criteria i.e., family income does not exceed ₹1.50 lacs per annum. is eligible for a grant of pension.

Everyone deserves to live with dignity and respect, regardless of their abilities. Offering a pension to disabled persons recognizes their inherent value and ensures they are not left to live in poverty or dependence.

• The applicant's disability must be to the extent of 40% or above then they will be eligible to avail the benefit of same.
• The applicant must be a resident of UT Chandigarh for more than 3 years.
• The family income of the applicant should not exceed ₹1.50 lacs annually.

• The pension payable to each person shall be ₹1000/- per annum to those persons having 40% to 70% of disability.
• ₹2000/-per annum to those persons having more than 70% of disability.

• An individual who is disabled less than 40%.
• Individual who is not resident of Chandigarh UT.
• Individual who is resident of Chandigarh for less than 3 years.
• Individual whose family income exceeds Rs.1.50 lacs p.a.