The scheme provides financial support to parents or guardians of children of Cured Leprosy Persons to help combat social stigma and discrimination.

Permanent residents of Odisha who are parents or guardians of children of Cured Leprosy Persons and have children under 18 years of age.

The scheme provides ₹1,000/- per child, per month, until the child reaches 18 years of age.

Parents or guardians need to submit the application form (Annexure A) to the Block/ Urban Local Body (ULB) Administration.

Proof of domicile in Odisha, the child's birth certificate, a certificate of guardianship (if applicable), and the completed application form (Annexure A).

The Block/ULB Administration verifies the application and recommends it to the District Social Security Officer (DSSO) for sanctioning by the Collector.

Funds are directly remitted to a joint bank account opened in the name of the child with the parent or guardian.

Yes, assistance is provided for each child of a Cured Leprosy Person until they reach 18 years of age.

In the case of the parent's death, the guardian can apply for assistance by providing a valid certificate of guardianship.

No, the assistance is only provided until the child reaches 18 years of age.

The application form (Annexure A) can be obtained from the Block/ULB Administration or can be downloaded from : https://ssepd.odisha.gov.in/sites/default/files/2024-04/Guideline%20on%20An%20umbrella%20scheme%20for%20Rehabilitation%20of%20Cured%20Leprosy%20Persons.pdf

Currently, applications need to be submitted physically to the Block/ULB Administration.

You can check the status of your application by contacting the Block/ULB Administration or the District Social Security Officer (DSSO).

The assistance is disbursed monthly.

If your application is rejected, you will be informed of the reasons, and you may have the opportunity to provide additional information or documentation.

No, the assistance is specific to each child and cannot be transferred.

The DSSO ensures that the requirement reaches the department by the given deadline, and funds are released in the first allotment to ensure timely disbursement.