Sathyavani Muthu Ammiyar Ninaivu Free Supply Of Sewing Machines Scheme

Sathyavani Muthu Ammiyar Ninaivu Free Supply Of Sewing Machines Scheme

Introduction Sathyavani Muthu Ammiyar was Indian politician and influential dalit leader. She was a Member of the Legislative Assembly of Tamil Nadu, Rajya Sabha member and Union Minister. She began her political career as a member of Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam, began her own party, Thazhthapattor Munnetra Kazhagam and later joined the Anna Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam.

What are the objectives of the scheme? The objectives of the scheme are: a.          To increase the potential of self employment of socially ignored women. b.          Rehabilitation of deserted wives, destitute widows, socially handicapped women and physically handicapped women and men through the free of cost supply of sewing machines.

What is the assistance provided under this scheme? The sewing machines with accessories are provided free of cost to the deserted wives, destitute widows, socially handicapped women and physically handicapped women and men as measure of self employment and rehabilitation.

What are the criteria for availing the benefit under this scheme? The criteria for availing the benefits under this scheme are: 1.          Education if not taken into consideration 2.          Age limit between 20 years to 40 years 3.          Should have knowledge of tailoring 4.          The income level per annum should not exceed Rs.24, 000 per annum

Who are the beneficiaries under this scheme? The deserted wives, destitute widows, destitute poor women below the poverty line, physically handicapped women and men are the beneficiaries under this scheme.

For the year 2010-2011 what is the budget estimated to be allocated for this scheme? For the year 2010-2011 Rs.135 Lakh has been allocated in the budget for the beneficiaries under this scheme.

Whether any training is provided under this scheme after or before the supply of sewing machines? No such training is imparted before or after the supply of sewing machines.

What are the certificates to be enclosed while sending the application for availing the scheme? The following certificates are to be enclosed while sending the application: a.          Deserted/destitute/widow/physically handicapped certificate b.          Certificate of family income c.          Certificate showing that the applicant has knowledge in tailoring d.          Age certificate e.          Community certificate f.          Ration card g.          Passport size photo

What is the estimated time limit for applying? There is no time limit for applying under this scheme.

Who are the officials to be contacted by the beneficiaries for availing the scheme? The District social welfare officer and extention officers (Social welfare)

Where should the grievance to be addressed? The grievances may be addressed to: 1.          The Director, Tamilnadu State social Welfare Board, Chepauk, Chennai 600 005. 2.          District Collector 3.          District Social Welfare Officer.