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Grant of Mahatma Gandhi Memorial Award for Clean Houses

“Grant of Mahatma Gandhi Memorial Award for Clean Houses” was introduced by the Adi Dravidar Welfare Dept, Govt of Puducherry. The objective of the scheme is to motivate the Scheduled Caste people to keep their houses neat and tidy. Incentives are in the form of household articles worth ₹500/-.

Ministry / Department
Adi Dravidar Welfare Department, Puducherry
Level
State
Benefit type
other
Last verified: 18 Jun 2026

Grant of Mahatma Gandhi Memorial Award for Clean Houses क्या है?

“Grant of Mahatma Gandhi Memorial Award for Clean Houses” was introduced by the Adi Dravidar Welfare Dept, Govt of Puducherry. The objective of the scheme is to motivate the Scheduled Caste people to keep their houses neat and tidy. Incentives are in the form of household articles worth ₹500/-.

लाभ
घरेलू वस्तुओं के रूप में ₹500/- मूल्य के प्रोत्साहन।
स्तर
State — Puducherry
मंत्रालय / विभाग
Adi Dravidar Welfare Department, Puducherry
लाभ का प्रकार
other
मुख्य पात्रता
The applicant should be a citizen of India.
अंतिम सत्यापन
18 Jun 2026

योजना का विवरण

पुडुचेरी सरकार के आदि द्रविड़ कल्याण विभाग द्वारा "स्वच्छ घरों के लिए महात्मा गांधी स्मारक पुरस्कार का अनुदान" योजना शुरू की गई थी। इस योजना का उद्देश्य अनुसूचित जाति के लोगों को अपने घरों को साफ-सुथरा रखने के लिए प्रेरित करना है। प्रत्येक चयनित लाभार्थी के लिए ₹500/- मूल्य की घरेलू वस्तुओं के रूप में प्रोत्साहन दिया जा रहा है।

लाभ

घरेलू वस्तुओं के रूप में ₹500/- मूल्य के प्रोत्साहन।

पात्रता

  • आवेदक को भारत का नागरिक होना चाहिए।-आवेदक को जन्म या 3 वर्ष से कम के निरंतर निवास के आधार पर केंद्र शासित प्रदेश पांडिचेरी का होना चाहिए।-आवेदक अनुसूचित जाति से होना चाहिए।
क्षेत्र: Puducherryलाभ: other

आवश्यक दस्तावेज़

  • Residence-cum-nativity Certificate.
  • Aadhaar Card.
  • Bank Passbook.
  • Caste Certificate.
  • Recent passport-size photograph.

आवेदन कैसे करें

  1. चरण 1: Offline — Step 1

    The interested applicant should visit (during office hours) the Office/ Sub-Office of the Adi Dravidar Welfare and Scheduled Tribes Welfare Department, and request the hard copy of the prescribed format of the application form from the staff exclusively entrusted to issue and collect filled-in applications.

  2. चरण 2: Offline — Step 2

    In the application form, fill in all the mandatory fields, paste the passport-sized photograph (signed across, if required), and attach copies of all the mandatory documents (self-attest, if required).

  3. चरण 3: Offline — Step 3

    Submit the duly filled and signed application form along with the documents to the concerned authority.

  4. चरण 4: Offline — Step 4

    Request a receipt or acknowledgment from the concerned authority to whom the application has been submitted. Ensure that the receipt contains essential details such as the date and time of submission, and a unique identification number (if applicable).

FAQ

What is the objective of the "Grant of Mahatma Gandhi Memorial Award for Clean Houses" scheme?

The scheme aims to motivate Scheduled Caste individuals to maintain clean and tidy houses.

What are the benefits offered under this scheme?

Selected beneficiaries receive incentives in the form of household articles valued at [?]500.

Who is eligible to apply for the scheme?

Indian citizens from the Union Territory of Pondicherry, residing there for at least 3 years and belonging to the Scheduled Caste.

What documents are required for application?

Documents include Residence-cum-nativity Certificate, Aadhar Card, Bank Pass Book, Caste Certificate, and a recent passport-size photograph.

How can one contact the Adi Dravidar Welfare Department for more information?

Visit https://adwelfare.py.gov.in/contact-us for inquiries.

What is the monetary value of the incentives provided?

Beneficiaries receive household articles valued at [?]500 as incentives.

Can individuals not belonging to the Scheduled Caste apply for the scheme?

No, the scheme is exclusively for individuals from the Scheduled Caste.

How long should an applicant have resided in Pondicherry to be eligible?

Continuous residence of not less than 3 years is a requirement for eligibility.

Are there any exceptions to the residence requirement?

No, applicants must fulfill the condition of continuous residence in Pondicherry for at least 3 years.

Can applicants submit digital copies of the required documents?

The application process typically requires physical copies of documents.

Is there a helpline for assistance with the application process?

For assistance, individuals can visit the contact page at https://adwelfare.py.gov.in/contact-us.

Is There Any Compensation For The Delay In The Disbursal Of The Scheme Benefits?

The guidelines do not mention any provision for compensation in the event of delayed disbursement of scheme benefits. Applicants should note that compensation for delays is not part of the scheme's framework.

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