Free Travel Facility for Persons With Blindness/Visual Impairment
About this scheme
Launched in 1974, the scheme "Free Travel Facility for Persons With Blindness/Visual Impairment" by the Rajasthan State Transport Corporation under the Transport Department, Government of Rajasthan, aims to ensure free bus travel through providing free journey access to visually impaired persons and one companion.
Benefits
- Free Travel Facility: Visually impaired person, along with one companion, is 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 permanent resident of Rajasthan.
- The applicant should not be an income taxpayer.
- The applicant should be a person with blindness/visual impairment.
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 the "Free Travel Facility for Persons With Blindness/Visual Impairment" scheme?
The objective of the scheme is to provide free bus travel to persons with blindness or visual impairment along with one companion in Rajasthan State Transport Corporation services.
- Which department implements this scheme?
The scheme is implemented by Rajasthan State Transport Corporation under the Transport Department, Government of Rajasthan.
- Who can avail the benefit under this scheme?
A person with blindness or visual impairment who is a permanent resident of Rajasthan can avail the benefit under this scheme.
- Is a companion also allowed to travel free under this scheme?
Yes, one companion is allowed to travel free along with the visually impaired beneficiary under this scheme.
- In which bus services is free travel available?
Free travel is available in ordinary, express, and night bus services operated by Rajasthan State Transport Corporation.
- Is the benefit available across all routes in Rajasthan?
The benefit is available on all routes where Rajasthan State Transport Corporation buses are operated.
- What medical proof is needed for eligibility?
The applicant must submit a blindness or visual impairment certificate issued as per State Government prescribed medical norms.
- Can an income tax payer apply for this scheme?
No, an applicant who is an income tax payer is not eligible for this scheme.
- Where should the application be submitted for offline mode?
The application should be submitted at the Chief Manager's Office of Rajasthan State Transport Corporation for offline mode.
- What documents must be submitted with the application?
The applicant must submit domicile proof, blindness certificate, non-income tax payer certificate, and a passport size photograph.
- When was this scheme started?
The scheme was started in the year 1974, and the companion facility has been available since 2005.
- Is this scheme funded by the Central Government?
No, this scheme is funded only by the State Government of Rajasthan.
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