Lucknow: Reaffirming its commitment to social welfare, the Yogi government has strengthened support for persons with disabilities and individuals affected by leprosy through transparent and timely delivery of benefits. Under the Leprosy Pension Scheme, each eligible beneficiary receives Rs 3,000 per month—reaching 34,994 leprosy-affected persons with disabilities in the past three years, including 12,692 in the first quarter of 2025-26 alone.
Similarly, the Divyang Bharan Poshan Anudan Yojana, which provides Rs 1,000 monthly to eligible persons with disabilities, has benefited 30,86,102 people over the past three years, with 11,32,240 receiving payments to their bank accounts in the first quarter of this year.
The adoption of the Aadhaar-based payment system has made the schemes more transparent and time-bound, eliminating the risk of fund misuse. Eligibility verification has also been simplified through online applications and Jan Suvidha Kendras, with BPL income criteria and a valid medical certificate serving as the basis. These measures are not only improving the quality of life for leprosy-affected persons and Divyangjans but also helping reduce social discrimination.
Minister of State (Independent Charge) for Backward Classes Welfare and Divyang Empowerment, Narendra Kashyap, stated that ensuring self-reliance and dignity for persons with disabilities and leprosy patients remains a priority for Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath. The government aims to integrate these communities into the mainstream and strengthen their economic well-being by ensuring the timely and transparent delivery of welfare benefits.
