Bhima Bhoi Bhinnakshyama Samarthya Abhiyan in Chennai
BBSA
Social Security and Empowerment of Persons with Disabilities (SSEPD) Department, Government of Odisha
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BBSA is an umbrella scheme under the SSEPD Department, Government of Odisha. The aim of the scheme is to promote inclusivity and empowerment among marginalized communities, particularly focusing on those with disabilities and other forms of social disadvantage.
At a glance
- Implementing Body
- SSEPD Department, Government of Odisha
- Beneficiaries
- Persons with Disabilities (all ages, all categories)
- Disability categories
- 21 (per RPwD Act, 2016)
- Certification threshold
- 40% or above disability
- Services
- Assessment, aids/appliances, rehabilitation, UDID
Benefits
Persons with Disabilities covered under the new Act include the following categories: Acid Attack Victim, Autism Spectrum Disorder, Blindness, Cerebral Palsy, Chronic Neurological Conditions, Dwarfism, Hemophilia, Hearing Impairment, Intellectual Disability, Leprosy Cured Person, Locomotor Disability, Low-Vision, Mental Illness, Muscular Dystrophy, Multiple Sclerosis, Parkinson's Disease, Specific Learning Disabilities, Speech and Language Disability, Thalassemia, Sickle Cell Disease, and Multiple Disabilities.
Eligibility
- The applicants must be bona fide residents of Odisha.
- A Person with Disability (PwD), irrespective of age and category of disability, may avail all or any of the services as envisaged, provided he/she has not availed the same previously.
Documents required
- The scheme would require a set of documents for various types of applications, such as for educational grants, cultural programs, or community initiatives.
- For Individuals or Community Groups — Proof of Identity: Aadhaar Card, Voter ID, Passport, Driving License.
- Proof of Address: Utility Bill (Electricity, Water, Gas), Bank Statement, Rent Agreement.
- Application Form.
- Educational Documents (if applicable): Certificates or mark sheets related to educational achievements.
- Proof of Social or Economic Status (if applicable): Income Certificate, Caste Certificate, Disability Certificate (if applying for disability benefits).
- Project Proposal or Plan (for community projects or cultural events).
How to apply
The registration of the candidates will be done as per the categories of the disabilities, such as visually impaired, speech/hearing impaired, orthopedically handicapped, leprosy cured persons, mentally retarded and mentally ill, CP, Autism and Multiple Disabilities, etc. The application form for creating the Unique Disability ID is enclosed in Annexure-A of the detailed guidelines. The registered beneficiary will move with the prescribed application to the Assessment/Distribution Counters for evaluation of disabilities and requirement of aids/appliances and other services by medical/rehabilitation professionals. If the application is found suitable for certification (i.e. with 40% or above disabilities), it will be referred to the photo counter, Medical Counter, and ID card/Pass Book Counter successively. In case of a registered PwD having a prior valid disability certificate, they need not be moved to the Medical Examination counter; but their cases may be evaluated for requirement of aids/appliances & other services, if any, at the Assessment Counter.
About the scheme
Bhima Bhoi Bhinnakshyama Samarthya Abhiyan (BBSA) is an umbrella scheme under Odisha's SSEPD Department that promotes inclusivity and empowerment among marginalized communities, particularly Persons with Disabilities (PwDs). It provides registration, disability assessment and certification, Unique Disability ID, and access to aids, appliances and other rehabilitation services.
Why it matters
- Empowerment:
- Inclusivity for Persons with Disabilities.
- Aids & Appliances:
- Assessment and provision of assistive devices.
- Wide Coverage:
- 21 disability categories, all ages.
- Rehabilitation:
- Unique Disability ID and services.
Focus areas
- Disability Empowerment:
- Inclusion of PwDs.
- Assessment & Aids:
- Evaluation and assistive devices.
- Rehabilitation:
- UDID and support services.
Is this scheme right for you?
This umbrella scheme brings assessment, aids, appliances, and rehabilitation services to Persons with Disabilities across Odisha, regardless of age or disability category. If you are a PwD resident of Odisha who hasn't previously availed a given service, BBSA can support your empowerment and inclusion.
Frequently asked questions
Who are eligible?
Rights of Persons with Disabilities Act, 2016 received the assent of the President of India on 27th December 2016 repealing the PwD Act, 1995.
How many days with in ACT?
Raising disability categories from seven to twenty-one.
What are facilities provided by this ACT?
The Act provides for education, employment, creation of barrier free environment, social security, etc.
What are covered Persons with Disabilities covered under the new Act includes?
The following categories: a) Acid Attack Victim, b) Autism Spectrum Disorder, c) Blindness, d) Cerebral Palsy, e) Chronic Neurological Conditions, f) Dwarfism, g) Hemophilia, h) Hearing Impairment, i) Intellectual Disability, j) Leprosy Cured Person, k) Locomotor Disability, m) Low-Vision, n) Mental Illness, o) Muscular Dystrophy, p) Multiple Sclerosis, q) Parkinson's Disease, r) Specific Learning Disabilities, s) Speech and Language Disability, t) Thalassemia, u) Sickle Cell Disease, and v) Multiple Disabilities.
Who deals with the development of manpower for providing rehabilitation services?
Rehabilitation Council of India Act, 1992.
What does the Disability Act, 1999?
National Trust for Welfare of Persons with Autism, Cerebral Palsy, Mental Retardation and Multiple Disability Act, 1999 has provisions for legal guardianship of the four categories of disabilities and creation of enabling environment for as much independent living as possible.
What To promote individual and group initiatives by PwDs?
For employment, self-employment and other sociology-educational services.
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