Distribution occurs during Diwali, Pongal, or local regional festivals as specified under the scheme.

Applicants should be recipients of Financial Assistance from the Directorate of Social Welfare, Government of Puducherry.

Applicants should have registered their name in the local anganwadi centre.

Applicants should be 18 years or above to be eligible for the scheme.

The annual income of the applicant should not exceed ₹75,000/- per annum.

An applicant should have a disability of 40% or above to qualify.

The applicant should be a Native/Resident of Puducherry for a minimum of 5 years.

Eligible individuals receive Free Dhothies and Sarees or Equivalent Direct Benefit Transfer during specified festivals.

Applicants can visit the Sub Offices of the Social Welfare Department, Puducherry, listed at https://socwelfare.py.gov.in/sub--office-social-welfare-department for assistance.

For direct inquiries, individuals can refer to the "Contact Us" section at https://socwelfare.py.gov.in/contact-us.

Grievances can be addressed through the Grievance Redressal portal at https://pgportal.gov.in/.

No, applicants can rest assured that the entire application process is entirely free of cost. There are no fees associated with applying for this scheme.