The scheme was introduced by the Adi Dravidar Welfare Department, Government of Puducherry.

In the absence of an Aadhaar Card, applicants can submit Aadhaar Enrolment ID along with specified documents like Bank Passbook, PAN Card, or Passport.

Individuals eligible for assistance should belong to the Scheduled Caste and have been victims of atrocities.

The scheme offers payment for relief, compensation for loss, and rehabilitation to the affected individuals.

The scheme aims to offer immediate relief to victims of atrocities belonging to Scheduled Castes/Scheduled Tribes.

You can access the comprehensive Scheme Guidelines, which provide intricate details and instructions, at the following web address: https://py.gov.in/sites/default/files/citizencharter-adidravidar.pdf

The guidelines do not mention any provision for compensation in the event of delayed disbursement of scheme benefits. Applicants should note that compensation for delays is not part of the scheme's framework.

Unfortunately, this scheme is exclusively available to permanent residents of the Puducherry. Applicants from neighboring States/UTs, among others, are not eligible to apply.

The scheme guidelines do not mention any opening date or closing date for applications.

No provisions for persons with disabilities are mentioned in the guidelines of this scheme.

No provisions for Transgenders are mentioned in the guidelines of this scheme.