The Government of Kerala has started the scheme to ensure equal opportunities for PwDs in sports and recreation activities equally along with others without discrimination. Under the scheme, support will be provided to persons with disabilities who have showcased special talent and expertise in arts and sporting activities.

The objective of the scheme is to ensure access, inclusion, and effective participation of persons with disabilities in the field of arts and sports.

Social Justice Department, Government of Kerala

The participants who have showcased their talents in arts and sporting activities in State/ National level championships will be eligible to apply.

Yes, this scheme is only for Persons with Disabilities (PwDs).

The applicant should have 40% or more disability.

Yes, the applicant should be a permanent resident of Kerala.

The annual family income of the applicant should be below ₹1,00,000/-.

Yes, the applicant should be undergoing training from State/National Academies/Centres.

Under the scheme, a maximum amount of ₹10,000/- will be provided to each beneficiary who has showcased their talents in State/ National level championships.

A total of 10 beneficiaries from each district of Kerala will get the amount.

To avail of the benefits of the scheme, the applicant needs to visit the nearest District Social Justice Office and collect the application form. The application form can also be downloaded from the official website of the Social Justice Department, Government of Kerala. http://sjd.kerala.gov.in

The duly filled application form along with necessary supporting documents has to be submitted through District Social Justice Office concerned.