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Social welfare & Empowerment; Women and Child

Snehayanam Scheme For Mothers Of Persons With Special Needs

The scheme “Snehayanam Scheme for Mothers of Persons with Special Needs” was launched by the Department of Social Justice, Government of Kerala.

Authority

State

Region

Kerala

Status

Verified 2026

Updated

March 2026

What you get

- Under the scheme, Electric Auto Rickshaws will be provided free of cost to mothers of persons with disabilities who suffer financially.

Who can apply

The applicant should be a native and resident of Kerala State.; Widowed/legally divorced/ wives abandoned by husbands are eligible to apply under this scheme.; The mothers of PwDs covered under the National Trust Act (NTA) will be eligible to apply under this scheme.; The applicants should belong to Below Poverty Line (BPL) category and do not have a source of steady income.; The beneficiaries must possess a valid 3-wheeler license.; The age limit of the applicant has to be 55 years or below.

Required Paperwork

  • Aadhaar Card
  • PAN Card
  • Income Certificate
  • Residence Proof (Domicile)

Common Questions

What is the “Snehayanam Scheme”?

Under the scheme, Electric Auto Rickshaws will be provided free of cost to mothers of persons with disabilities who suffer financially. This scheme would provide a means of livelihood for such beneficiaries. During the initial phase of the scheme, 2 beneficiaries from each district will be selected for this scheme.

Which department has launched this scheme?

Social Justice Department, Government of Kerala

Who is eligible to get the benefits under the scheme?

The widowed/legally divorced/ wives abandoned by husbands who are mothers of Persons with Disabilities covered under the National Trust Act (NTA) will be eligible to apply under this scheme.

Is this scheme only for mothers of Persons with Disabilities (PwDs)?

Yes, this scheme is only for mothers of Persons with Disabilities (PwDs).

Is this scheme only for the applicant belonging to Below Poverty Line (BPL) category?

Yes, the applicants should belong to Below Poverty Line (BPL) category and do not have a source of steady income.

Is this scheme only for a resident of Kerala?

Yes, the applicant should be a native and resident of Kerala State.

What is the age limit to apply under the scheme?

The age limit of the applicant has to be 55 years or below.

Is it mandatory for an applicant to have a 3-wheeler license?

Yes, the beneficiaries must possess a valid 3-wheeler license.

What is the benefit of the scheme?

Under the scheme, Electric Auto Rickshaws will be provided free of cost to mothers of persons with disabilities who suffer financially.

Who has to pay the tax and insurance of the vehicles?

The tax and insurance for the vehicles will have to be borne by the beneficiary.

Where can I get the application form?

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. http://sjd.kerala.gov.in

Where shall I submit the application form?

The duly filled application form along with supporting documents has to be submitted through District Social Justice Officers concerned.