Shreshtam Scheme For Ensuring Participation Of PwDs In Arts & Sports
The scheme “Shreshtam Scheme for Ensuring Participation of PwDs in Arts & Sports” was launched by the Department of Social Justice, Government of Kerala.
About This Scheme
The scheme “Shreshtam Scheme for Ensuring Participation of PwDs in Arts & Sports” was launched by the Department of Social Justice, Government of Kerala. 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. This scheme will enable such promising talents to undergo specialized training in State/National Academies/Centres which will help them to increase their potential and competence level. This scheme will encourage and mainstream Persons with Disabilities to accomplish great achievements and help them to be self-sufficient.
Benefits
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.
Note: The amount will be provided to a total of 10 beneficiaries from each district of Kerala.
Eligibility Criteria
The applicant should be a native and resident of Kerala State.
The participants who have showcased their talents in arts and sporting activities in State/ National level championships will be eligible to apply.
The applicant should be a Person with Disability (PwD) having 40% or more disability.
The annual family income of the applicant should be below ₹1,00,000/-.
The applicant should be undergoing training from State/National Academies/Centers.
Application Process
Apply Offline
Step 01: 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.
Step 02: The applicant needs to fill out the application form completely.
Step 03: The duly filled application form along with necessary supporting documents has to be submitted through District Social Justice Office concerned.
Official Source: View on myScheme.gov.in
Benefits
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.
Note: The amount will be provided to a total of 10 beneficiaries from each district of Kerala.
Application Process
Apply Offline
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Step 01: 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.
Step 02: The applicant needs to fill out the application form completely.
Step 03: The duly filled application form along with necessary supporting documents has to be submitted through District Social Justice Office concerned.
References & Official Links
Scheme Details
| Full Name | Shreshtam Scheme For Ensuring Participation Of PwDs In Arts & Sports |
| Short Title | SSEPPAS |
| Level | State |
| Scheme For | Individual |
| Categories | Sports & Culture |
| States | Kerala |
| Gender | All |
| Caste/Category | PwD |
| Area | Both |
| Income Limit | ₹100,000/year |
| Source | myScheme.gov.in ↗ |