Uttarakhand Divyang Vyaktiyon Ko Rajya Stariya Puraskar

Scheme Introduction: Brief Details

The "Divyang Vyaktiyon Ko Rajya Stariya Puraskar" scheme is operated by the Department of Social Welfare, Government of Uttarakhand, with the objective of giving recognition and honour at the state level to the abilities, achievements and special contributions of persons with disabilities in different fields. The main focus of the scheme is to encourage persons with disabilities who have performed remarkably in the fields of employment, sports and self-employment through their abilities and talent. The government scheme document clearly mentions three categories under this scheme: employees with disabilities, outstanding sportspersons and best self-employed service providers.

This award is not only provided as financial assistance, but also as formal recognition and honour at the state level for the achievements of persons with disabilities. Eligible persons in each category are selected after the prescribed verification and screening process. The selected award winner is provided ₹8,000, an appreciation certificate and a medal. As per the government document, the amount is provided through a bank draft or cheque.

Under the scheme, 3 December, World Disability Day, is fixed for the distribution of the awards. Applications are not kept open regularly, but applications are invited through newspapers as part of the award process. The interested applicant has to submit their disability certificate along with details of the special work, achievement or contribution on the basis of which they want to be considered for the award in the concerned category. The application is submitted at the office of the District Social Welfare Officer.

After the applications are received, the process is not limited to submitting the application. First, the required verification is carried out at the district level. After this, on the recommendation of the Director, Social Welfare, the matter goes to the government level, where the Screening Committee selects an eligible person in each category. After this process, the selected persons are provided an appreciation certificate, medal and ₹8,000 bank draft/cheque on the occasion of 3 December.

Thus, under the scheme, selection on the basis of achievement, verification at the district level and final screening at the government level are given importance. The benefit is available to persons with disabilities who can provide proof of their special achievement or contribution in the prescribed categories.

Benefits of the Scheme

• The selected persons with disabilities under the scheme are given the following honours:
• ₹8,000 cash award (through bank draft or cheque)
• Appreciation certificate
• Medal

Award Categories

The state-level awards are given in the following three categories:

• Employee with disability
• Outstanding sportsperson
• Best self-employed service provider

Eligibility Requirements

As per the available scheme details, the applicant:

• Should be a resident of Uttarakhand.
• Should be a person with a disability.
• Should provide verifiable details of special achievement or work in the concerned field.
• Should be eligible under any one of the above three award categories.
• It is necessary to submit the disability certificate and details of the special work done along with the application.

Note: The available government document does not mention any fixed percentage of disability, age limit or any other such additional eligibility restriction for this award. Therefore, the applicant's eligibility will be understood only on the basis of the categories given in the document and the prescribed selection process.

Required Documents

Based on the available details, the following documents should be kept ready for the application:

• Identity proof
• Passport-size photograph
• Disability certificate
• Detailed description of achievement or special contribution in the concerned field
• Other relevant documents, if asked for in the application notice

Steps to Apply

The application process for this award is not available online throughout the year like general schemes. Applications are invited for the awards to be presented on 3 December, World Disability Day. Therefore, interested applicants should pay attention to the notice published in newspapers during the relevant period. The government document mentions that applications are invited through this medium.

• Step 1: Check the Application Invitation Notice
  • First, look for the notice published in newspapers inviting applications for the state-level award for persons with disabilities.
  • The notice may provide the last date for application and the necessary instructions.
• Step 2: Decide Your Award Category
  • Before applying, clearly identify which category your achievement belongs to. There are three categories under the scheme: employee with disability, outstanding sportsperson and best self-employed service provider.
  • Prepare the details of your achievement and contribution according to the concerned category.
• Step 3: Prepare Details of Your Achievement
  • Providing only personal information is not sufficient for this application.
  • The applicant also has to provide details of the special work or notable achievement done by them.
  • Therefore, prepare a description that clearly explains your achievement, the work done by you in the concerned field and what makes that work special.
• Step 4: Prepare the Disability Certificate and Other Documents
  • It is necessary to attach the disability certificate with the application.
  • Apart from this, also keep ready the identity proof, photograph, proof related to the achievement or any other documents asked for in the application notice.
• Step 5: Fill Out the Application Form
  • Fill in the application form clearly with your personal information, the relevant award category and details of your achievement.
  • Do not leave the details of the special work incomplete or unclear, because the applicant's achievement and contribution are also the basis for the award.
• Step 6: Submit the Application at the Office of the District Social Welfare Officer
  • The completed application form and required documents have to be submitted at the concerned office of the District Social Welfare Officer.
  • The government document specifies this as the method for submitting the application.
• Step 7: Wait for the District-Level Verification
  • After the application is submitted, the required verification is carried out at the district level.
  • At this stage, the application and the information related to the submitted achievement/special work are examined.
  • After this, the matter is forwarded for the further selection process.
• Step 8: Final Selection Process is Completed
  • After the district-level verification, the eligible person in each category is selected by the Screening Committee at the government level, based on the recommendation of the Director, Social Welfare.
  • Therefore, submitting an application does not automatically guarantee receiving the award; the final award is given on the basis of the selection process.
• Step 9: Receive the Award After Selection
  • The selected applicant is provided an appreciation certificate, medal and ₹8,000 award amount.
  • As per the government document, the amount is provided through a bank draft or cheque, and the award is distributed on the occasion of 3 December, World Disability Day.

Important Conditions

• Persons with disabilities from Uttarakhand are honoured at the state level.
• The award is given in three categories.
• The selected person receives a cash award of ₹8,000.
• A medal and appreciation certificate are also provided.
• The application is made offline.
• Applications are invited on the basis of notices issued in newspapers.
• The application is submitted at the office of the District Social Welfare Officer.
• The final selection is made by the Screening Committee at the government level.
• The award is presented on 3 December.

Related Links

• Department of Social Welfare, Uttarakhand Website
• Uttarakhand Divyang Vyaktiyon Ko Rajya Stariya Puraskar Guidelines

Contact Details

Department of Social Welfare, Uttarakhand

• Address: Department of Social Welfare, Manpur East, Rampur Road, near Dainik Jagran/Amar Ujala Press, Haldwani, Uttarakhand
• Phone: 05946297051
• Email: [email protected]