Program brief
| Form of support | Cash, paid into the bank account |
|---|---|
| Meant for | ST |
| Level | State, Gujarat |
| Field | Health & Wellness |
| How to apply | Offline |
Contents of this entry
Overview
The scheme aims to provide financial assistance for expensive medical treatments to Scheduled Tribe individuals. Through this scheme, monetary aid is provided to Scheduled Tribe individuals suffering from various diseases and for serious maternity cases and anaemia in women.
The scheme "Free Medical Assistance" by the Tribal Development Department, Government of Gujarat, aims to provide financial assistance for expensive medical treatments to people of Scheduled Tribes. Through this scheme, monetary aid is provided to Scheduled Tribe individuals suffering from diseases like tuberculosis, cancer, leprosy, HIV/AIDS, sickle cell anaemia, and thalassemia, as well as for serious maternity cases and anaemia in women.
Further facts from the listing
| Scheme for | Individual |
|---|---|
| DBT (direct bank transfer) | Yes |
Benefits
Financial assistance is provided to Scheduled Tribe individuals for medical treatment. The revised rates, effective from April 1, 2024, are as follows:
| S. No. | Name Of Disease | Current rate of assistance | Proposed Rate of Assistance |
| A Type: | |||
| 1 | In Serve Cases Of Labour | Rs. 500/- per case | Rs. 2,000/- per case |
| 2 | For Female Genital Mutilation | Rs. 150/- per case | Rs. 2,000/- per case |
| 3 | Decay | Rs. 500/- every month until the pain is gone | Rs. 2,000/- every month until the pain subsides |
| 4 | Leprosy | Rs. 800/- per month until the pain is gone | Rs. 2,000/- every month until the pain subsides |
| B Type: | |||
| 1 | Cancer | Until then, Rs. 1,000/- per month will cure the pain. | Rs. 2,500/- every month until the pain subsides |
| 2 | For AIDS | Rs. 1,000/- every month until the pain subsides | Rs. 2,500/- every month until the pain subsides |
| 3 | Sickle cell anaemia | Rs. 500/- every month until the pain is gone | Rs. 2,500/- every month until the pain subsides |
| 4 | Thalassemia | Rs. 500/- per patient every month until the pain is relieved. | Rs. 2,500/- per patient every month until the pain is relieved. |
Mode of Disbursement: The financial assistance will be disbursed through Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT). For HIV/AIDS patients, the payment will be made by cheque.
Frequency of Disbursement: Monthly until the patient recovers from tuberculosis, cancer, leprosy, AIDS, sickle cell anaemia, and thalassemia. Per case for serious maternity cases and anaemia in women.
Validity: The assistance is provided until the patient recovers from specified diseases.
Eligibility
- Category
- Scheduled Tribe (ST)
- State
- Gujarat
- The applicant should belong to Gujarat.
- The applicant should belong to a Scheduled Tribe.
- The applicant's family income must be less than or equal to Rs. 6,00,000/-.
- For HIV/AIDS patients, the annual income limit is Rs. 27,000/- for rural areas and Rs. 35,000/- for urban areas.
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Application steps
Offline
Step 1: The interested applicant should visit the Office of the Chief District Health Officer, and request the hard copy of the prescribed format of the application form from the staff.
Step 2: In the application form, fill in all the mandatory fields, and attach copies of all the mandatory documents (self-attest, if required).
Step 3: Submit the duly filled and signed application form along with the documents, within the prescribed period (if any), to the Chief District Health Officer.
Questions and answers
What is the primary goal of this scheme, and what kind of assistance does it aim to provide to beneficiaries?
This scheme aims to provide financial assistance for expensive medical treatments. It offers aid to individuals suffering from specific diseases and certain medical conditions.
What is the geographic scope of this scheme, specifying the area where it applies to beneficiaries?
This scheme applies across the entire state of Gujarat, benefiting eligible individuals throughout the region.
For which specific types of diseases or medical conditions can beneficiaries seek assistance under this scheme?
Beneficiaries can seek assistance for diseases such as tuberculosis, cancer, leprosy, HIV/AIDS, sickle cell anaemia, and thalassemia. It also covers serious maternity cases and anaemia in women.
Are serious maternity cases and anaemia in women specifically covered categories under the assistance provided by this scheme?
Yes, serious maternity cases and anaemia in women are covered under the assistance provided by this scheme.
How is the financial assistance generally disbursed to beneficiaries, and what is the primary method used for payment?
The financial assistance is generally disbursed through the Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) method, ensuring direct transfer to the beneficiary's account.
Is there a different mode of disbursement for beneficiaries suffering from HIV/AIDS compared to other eligible conditions?
Yes, for beneficiaries suffering from HIV/AIDS, the financial payment will be made by cheque, differing from the usual DBT method.
What is the fundamental tribal category requirement that an applicant must meet to be considered for benefits under this scheme?
The applicant must belong to a Scheduled Tribe to be considered for benefits under this scheme.
Does this scheme apply to all families, or are there specific familial criteria for eligibility?
Yes, this scheme applies to all families, provided they meet the other eligibility criteria.
Is there an income limit for a family to be eligible for benefits under this scheme, and if so, what is the specified threshold?
Yes, there is a family income limit of Rs. 6,00,000/- for eligibility under this scheme.
Is any specific medical document required from a government hospital to prove eligibility for this scheme's benefits?
Yes, the applicant will have to submit a certificate from a government hospital to avail of the benefit, proving their illness.
Official portal and guidelines
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Documents from the provider
- Guidelines mariyojana.gujarat.gov.in
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