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  1. An incentive of Rs. 10,000 is awarded to a close relative of an eye donor. Donors should be 18 years of age or older.
  2. Perunthalaivar Karmaveerar Kamaraj scheme provides Rs 2000 for funeral expenses of Pwds with at least 40% disability and who have resided in Puducherry for not less than 5 years.
  3. The government of Puducherry conducts a free annual tour for Pwds to places of interest.
  4. Persons with visual impairment can receive a radio from the government.
  5. Pwds with 40% to 65% disability are eligible for a grant of Rs. 1100 per month, those with disabilities between 66% to 85%, are eligible for a grant of Rs. 1400 pm and persons with more than 86% disabilities are eligible for a grant of Rs. 1750 pm.
  6. For marriage between a Pwd and a non disabled person, a grant of Rs. 25,000 is provided. For marriage between Pwds, a grant of Rs. 50,000 is given.
  7. In case of death of a Pwd due to an accident, an amount of Rs. 25,000 is paid. In case of loss of one limb or one eye, an amount of Rs. 12,500 is paid.