Free Travel Facility for Persons With Low Vision Disability
About this scheme
Launched in 2010, the scheme "Free Travel Facility for Persons With Low Vision Disability" by the Rajasthan State Transport Corporation, Government of Rajasthan, aims to ensure accessible public transport through free travel in ordinary, express, and night bus services for persons with low vision disability.
Benefits
- Free Travel Facility: Eligible beneficiaries are provided free travel in Rajasthan State Transport Corporation(RSRTC ) buses. - Coverage of Buses: The facility is applicable on ordinary, express, and night bus services. - Route Applicability: Free travel is allowed up to the routes where Rajasthan State Transport Corporation buses are operational.
Who is Eligible
The applicant should be a permanent resident of Rajasthan.
The applicant should not be an income tax payer.
The applicant should possess a disability certificate indicating at least 40 percent disability, issued by an authorized medical specialist.
How to Apply
Online
- RSRTC Online RFID Registration Form: Click Here.
Offline
Step 1: The applicant should apply for issuance of an RFID Card by submitting the prescribed documents.
Step 2: The applicant is required to submit one passport-size photograph along with the application.
Step 3: The application is to be submitted at the office of the Chief Manager of the Rajasthan State Transport Corporation.
Documents Required
- Domicile Certificate.
- Disability Certificate Issued by Authorized Medical Specialist (Minimum 40 Percent Disability).
- Non-Income Tax Payer Certificate.
- Passport Size Photograph.
Who Is Not Eligible
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is the "Free Travel Facility for Persons With Low Vision Disability" scheme and how does it support eligible beneficiaries in Rajasthan?
The scheme provides free travel in Rajasthan State Transport Corporation buses to persons with low vision disability to ensure accessible and inclusive public transportation across operational routes.
- Which department implements this scheme for persons with low vision disability?
The scheme is implemented by the Rajasthan State Transport Corporation under the Transport Department, Government of Rajasthan.
- Who is considered an eligible beneficiary under this scheme?
A person with low vision disability having at least 40 percent disability and fulfilling all prescribed eligibility conditions is considered an eligible beneficiary.
- Is there any minimum disability percentage required to avail the benefit?
The applicant must have a minimum of 40 percent disability as certified by an authorized medical specialist.
- Are income tax payers eligible for this free travel facility?
Income tax payers are not eligible, and the applicant must submit a certificate confirming non-payment of income tax.
- What type of bus services are covered under this scheme?
The scheme covers ordinary, express, and night services operated by the Rajasthan State Transport Corporation.
- Is the free travel facility available on all routes in Rajasthan?
The facility is available on all routes where Rajasthan State Transport Corporation buses are operated.
- How is the benefit delivered to the eligible applicant?
The benefit is delivered through an RFID Card issued by the corporation, which enables free travel.
- Is there any monetary assistance provided under this scheme?
No monetary assistance is provided, as the benefit is offered entirely in kind through free travel services.
- What documents are mandatory for applying under this scheme?
The applicant must submit a Rajasthan domicile certificate, disability certificate, non-income tax payer certificate, passport size photograph, and obtain an RFID Card.
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