Under the scheme, Electric Auto Rickshaws will be provided free of cost to mothers of persons with disabilities who suffer financially. This scheme would provide a means of livelihood for such beneficiaries. During the initial phase of the scheme, 2 beneficiaries from each district will be selected for this scheme.

Social Justice Department, Government of Kerala

The widowed/legally divorced/ wives abandoned by husbands who are mothers of Persons with Disabilities covered under the National Trust Act (NTA) will be eligible to apply under this scheme.

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

Yes, the applicants should belong to Below Poverty Line (BPL) category and do not have a source of steady income.

Yes, the applicant should be a native and resident of Kerala State.

The age limit of the applicant has to be 55 years or below.

Yes, the beneficiaries must possess a valid 3-wheeler license.

Under the scheme, Electric Auto Rickshaws will be provided free of cost to mothers of persons with disabilities who suffer financially.

The tax and insurance for the vehicles will have to be borne by the beneficiary.

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 supporting documents has to be submitted through District Social Justice Officers concerned.