The scheme information does not mention penalties. However, beneficiaries should use the passes according to the specified guidelines.

No, the free bus passes are specifically applicable for travel within the Union Territory of Puducherry.

The scheme does not specify an age limit; eligibility is determined based on residency, income, and disability criteria.

No, only individuals with a disability of 40% or above are eligible to apply for the free bus pass.

The scheme facilitates the mobility of differently-abled persons by providing them with free bus passes, promoting independent travel within Puducherry.

No, the scheme is exclusive to individuals who have been residents of the Union Territory of Puducherry for at least 5 years.

The free bus passes are valid for use on buses run by both government and non-governmental organizations within the Union Territory of Puducherry.

In Karaikal, applicants should contact The Collector for addressing any delay in the disbursal of benefits.

Applicants in Mahe/Yanam should contact The Regional Administrator for addressing delays in benefit disbursal.

To be eligible, the annual income of applicants should not exceed ₹75,000.

Applicants must be residents of the Union Territory of Puducherry for a minimum of 5 years to qualify for the scheme.

Applicants must have a disability of 40% or above to qualify for the free bus pass scheme.