Free Travel Facility for the Mentally Challenged
About this scheme
Launched in 2010, the scheme "Free Travel Facility for the Mentally Challenged" by the Rajasthan State Transport Corporation under the Transport Department, Government of Rajasthan, aims to provide free travel in ordinary, express, and night bus services along with one companion to mentally challenged disabled persons.
Benefits
- Free Travel Facility: Eligible beneficiaries are provided free travel in Rajasthan State Transport Corporation(RSRTC ) buses. - Coverage of Buses: The facility is available in ordinary, express, and night services. - Route Applicability: The facility is available only on routes where RSRTC buses are operational.
Who is Eligible
- The applicant should be a resident (domicile) of Rajasthan.
- The applicant should be a mentally challenged person.
- The applicant should have at least 40% disability,
- The applicant should not be an income taxpayer.
How to Apply
Online
- RSRTC Online RFID Registration Form: Click Here.
Offline
Step 1: The applicant should collect all required documents for verification.
Step 2: The applicant should apply for the issuance of an RSRTC RFID card to the Chief Manager’s Office.
Step 3: After successful verification, the RFID card is issued and used to avail free travel in eligible RSRTC buses.
Documents Required
- Domicile Certificate.
- Certificate of not being an Income Tax Payer.
- Disability Certificate Issued by an Authorized Medical Specialist (Minimum 40% Disability).
- Passport Size Photograph.
Who Is Not Eligible
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is the objective of this scheme?
The scheme aims to provide free travel facility in Rajasthan State Road Transport Corporation buses to mentally challenged persons along with one companion.
- Who can benefit from this scheme?
Mentally challenged persons living in Rajasthan with at least 40% certified disability can benefit from this scheme.
- What is the main benefit provided under the scheme?
The scheme provides free travel in RSRTC buses along with free travel for one companion.
- Is the free travel facility available in all bus services?
The beneficiary can travel free of cost in ordinary, express, and night services operated by the Corporation.
- Can a companion also travel free with the beneficiary?
Yes, one companion is allowed to travel free of cost along with the mentally challenged beneficiary.
- What is the minimum disability percentage required?
The applicant must have at least 40% disability certified by an authorized medical specialist.
- Where should the applicant apply for this scheme?
The applicant should apply at the Chief Manager’s Office of the Rajasthan State Transport Corporation.
- Is this scheme funded by the Government of India?
No, this scheme is funded only by the State Government of Rajasthan.
- Can income tax payers apply for this scheme?
No, income tax payers are excluded and cannot avail the benefit.
- Is the travel facility limited to certain routes?
Yes, the free travel is available only on routes where RSRTC buses are operated.
- When was this scheme started?
This scheme was started in the year 2010.
- Does the scheme provide any cash benefit?
No, the scheme does not provide cash assistance, only free travel facility.
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