Free Distribution of Rice to Differently Abled Persons
✓ Information verified — April 2026This scheme is run by the Department of Social Welfare, Government of Puducherry. It provides free rice to people with disabilities to help meet their basic food needs. Every month, eligible differently abled persons receive 15 kg of rice or an equal amount of money sent directly to their bank account.
What You Get
- 15 kg of rice per month
- Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) option - money sent directly to your bank account instead of rice, if you prefer
- Free food support to help reduce household expenses
- Available to all differently abled persons in Puducherry
Who Can Apply
- Age: 18–100 years
- Residence: Puducherry residents only
- You must be registered as a Person with Disability (PwD)
- You must be a resident of Puducherry
- You must have a valid disability certificate issued by a government medical authority
Documents Needed
0/5 collected
- 1. Aadhaar Card
- 2. Disability Certificate
- 3. Bank Passbook or Account Details
- 4. Proof of Residence
- 5. Identity Proof
How to Apply
- 1Check your eligibility criteria above
- 2Gather all required documents listed below
- 3Visit the official portal (linked below)
- 4Fill the application form online / offline
- 5Submit the form and note your application reference number
- 6Track status on the official portal or visit nearest CSC
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Quick Facts
- Scheme Level
- Puducherry
- Category
- Health
- Target Gender
- All genders
- Age Group
- 18–100 years
- Application
- Check portal
- Last Updated
- 25 Apr 2026
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