The Delhi Government’s Sugamya Sahayak Scheme — a key initiative aimed at enhancing mobility and independence for persons with disabilities — has successfully provided assistive devices and support to over 400 beneficiaries in the current financial year, officials said. This effort represents a significant step forward in improving accessibility and quality of life for people with benchmark disabilities across the National capital Territory.

What Is the Sugamya Sahayak Scheme?

Launched by the Delhi Government’s Social Welfare Department, the Sugamya Sahayak Scheme is designed to empower persons with benchmark disabilities (defined as having 40% or more disability) by providing them with assistive devices to enhance mobility, independence, and participation in education, employment, and daily life.

Under the scheme, eligible residents of the National capital Territory of delhi can receive durable, standardised aids and appliances at no cost, helping them overcome physical and environmental barriers.

Who Is Eligible?

To qualify for benefits under the scheme:

Applicants must be residents of Delhi.

They must have a benchmark disability of 40% or more, certified by a Disability Certificate or UDID (Unique Disability ID) Card issued by an authorised medical authority under the Rights of Persons with Disabilities Act, 2016.

Households must meet applicable income criteria (generally up to ₹8 lakh annual family income).

Applicants should not have received the same device under another government scheme in the past three years.

Devices and Support Provided

So far in 2025–26, the scheme has organised multiple assessment and distribution camps across delhi, where beneficiaries have received a wide range of assistive aids and equipment, including:

Motorised and manual tricycles

Wheelchairs (various types)

Hearing aids

Prosthetic limbs

Crutches, walkers, and auxiliary support kits

Braille kits and assistive technology devices

In total, 435 persons with disabilities have received these devices, and approximately 755 assistive devices have been distributed to date under the programme.

How the Programme Works

The scheme operates primarily through camps organised by the Social Welfare Department:

Assessment Camps: Disabled individuals undergo assessment to determine their specific needs.

Distribution Camps: Based on assessments, devices are provided to eligible individuals.

So far, the department has completed 12 assessment camps and 5 distribution camps, with more camps planned before the end of the financial year to reach a larger number of beneficiaries.

Officials noted that around 358 more persons with disabilities have been assessed and will receive devices in upcoming distribution events.

Impact and government Spending

To support the initiative, the delhi government has spent approximately ₹40 lakh on assistive devices in the current fiscal year, and plans to utilise up to ₹1 crore to extend coverage to more beneficiaries before 31 march 2026.

The scheme’s focus is not only to provide mobility equipment but also to help individuals achieve greater independence, access educational and employment opportunities, and participate more fully in society.

What’s Next?

Officials said that additional camps will be organised in various districts of delhi, including upcoming assessment camps in the east and north‑east districts, to identify more beneficiaries early in 2026. These efforts aim to extend the scheme’s reach to those who might otherwise struggle to access such assistive support.

In Summary

The delhi Government’s Sugamya Sahayak Scheme has already significantly impacted hundreds of lives by providing essential mobility and assistive devices to persons with disabilities in Delhi. The initiative supports increased independence, better quality of life, and greater access to education and employment — marking an important stride toward inclusive opportunities across the capital.

 

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