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Maintenance Allowance for Leprosy Affected Persons

The 'Maintenance Allowance for Leprosy Affected Persons' scheme was launched by the Department for the Welfare of Differently Abled Persons, Government of Tamil Nadu. The scheme aims to provide a maintenance allowance to leprosy-affected persons.

Authority

State/ UT

Region

Tamil Nadu

Status

Verified 2026

Updated

March 2026

What you get

Financial Assistance of ₹2,000/- per month. | NOTE: The allowance is sent through ECS to their bank account directly from the Treasury.

Who can apply

The applicant should be leprosy affected with deformity of 40% and above.; The beneficiaries should not receive any other pension benefit of Tamil Nadu.

Required Paperwork

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

Common Questions

What is the eligibility criterion for receiving maintenance allowance for leprosy affected persons?

Leprosy affected individuals with 40% or more deformity are eligible.

How much is the maintenance allowance for leprosy affected persons?

The maintenance allowance is set at [?]2,000/- per month.

Where does the maintenance allowance come from?

The maintenance allowance is directly sent through ECS to the beneficiary's bank account from the Treasury.

How often is the maintenance allowance disbursed?

The maintenance allowance is disbursed monthly.

Are there any additional benefits for leprosy affected persons besides the maintenance allowance?

Besides the maintenance allowance, there are no additional benefits specified.

Is there an application process for receiving the maintenance allowance?

Yes, there is a prescribed application process.

Can leprosy affected persons apply for the allowance if they are receiving other pensions?

Individuals cannot receive the maintenance allowance if they are already receiving other pensions in Tamil Nadu.

Who is responsible for handling the application process?

Applications are to be submitted to the District Differently Abled Welfare Officer.

Where can one obtain the prescribed application form?

The prescribed application form is available with the District Differently Abled Welfare Officer.

How is the maintenance allowance distributed to the beneficiaries?

The maintenance allowance is directly deposited into the beneficiary's bank account.

Are there any specific criteria for determining the degree of deformity in leprosy affected persons?

The degree of deformity is assessed based on specific criteria.

What should one do in case of any grievances regarding the maintenance allowance?

Grievances should be addressed to the Assistant Director at the Commissionerate for Welfare of the Differently abled in No.5, Kamarajar Salai, Chennai - 600 005. Ph: 044-28444940.

Is there any age limit for receiving the maintenance allowance?

There is no specific age limit mentioned for receiving the maintenance allowance.

Can leprosy affected persons living outside Tamil Nadu apply for the maintenance allowance?

The scheme appears to be specific to Tamil Nadu, so individuals outside the state may not be eligible.

Is there a time limit for submitting the application for the maintenance allowance?

The deadline for submitting the application, although it's not explicitly mentioned.

Can the maintenance allowance be transferred to a joint bank account?

The maintenance allowance is sent directly to the beneficiary's bank account, so it cannot be transferred to a joint account.

Are there any provisions for reviewing or updating the maintenance allowance?

There is no information provided about reviewing or updating the maintenance allowance.