About this social welfare scheme
The scheme “Vayomadhuram Scheme for Providing Glucometer to Senior Citizens” was launched by the Department of Social Justice, Government of Kerala.
The scheme “Vayomadhuram Scheme for Providing Glucometer to Senior Citizens” was launched by the Department of Social Justice, Government of Kerala. Kerala has the largest number of diabetes patients in India and 19.4% of people have diabetes in Kerala on the basis of studies conducted by ICMR (Indian Council of Medical Research). 80% of the old-age population in Kerala suffers from diabetes.
The Government of Kerala has started this scheme which provides glucometers freely to elderly diabetic persons coming under Below Poverty Line (BPL) category. Under this scheme, the Government will provide glucometers to 1000 diabetic old age persons in each district of Kerala State.
Benefits at a glance
| Scheme name | Vayomadhuram Scheme For Providing Glucometer To Senior Citizens (VSPGSC) |
|---|---|
| Launched by | Social Justice Department |
| Benefit type | In kind (goods, services or support, not cash) |
| Category | Social welfare |
| Level / State | State · Kerala |
| Official portal | suneethi.sjd.kerala.gov.in |
Key facts
| Implementing agency | District Social Justice Office, Kerala |
|---|---|
| Scheme for | Individual |
| Application mode | Online / Offline |
| Last date | Not given in the official listing |
Who can apply (quick check)
- 👤All genders
- 🎂Age 60+ years
- 🍚BPL only
- 📝Online / Offline
Quick check from official data. Full conditions are in the Eligibility section.
What you receive
- Glucometers are provided freely to elderly diabetic persons coming under Below Poverty Line (BPL) category.
- Glucometers are provided to 1000 diabetic old age persons in each district of Kerala.
Who qualifies
- The applicant should be a native and resident of Kerala State.
- The applicant’s age has to be 60 years or above.
- The applicants should be from Below Poverty Line (BPL) category.
- An authorized Doctor has to certify that the applicant is suffering from diabetes.
Note: If there are a large number of applicants, priority will be given to older persons.
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Registration walkthrough
Online
Registration Process:
Step 01: To avail of the benefits of the scheme, the applicant needs to visit SUNEETHI- Online Service Application Portal
Step 02: On the home page, click on “One time Registration”
Step 03: Fill in the details like Name, Email ID & Mobile Number and click on ‘Register’.
Step 04: The applicant needs to enter the verification code received on the mobile number and click on ‘Verify’.
Step 05: Now, a form will open to create the new profile, fill in all the mandatory details and click on ‘Register’.
Login/Application Process:
Step 01: Once the registration process is completed, the applicant should visit SUNEETHI- Online Service Application Portal and click on “Citizen Login”.
Step 02: Enter the user name i.e. Mobile Number and Password and click on “Sign in”.
Step 03: Now, the applicant needs to update all their details i.e. Personal Information, Contact Details, Identity Cards & Bank Details by clicking on the 'Edit' button.
Step 04: Once the applicant updated their profile successfully, the schemes will appear on the left side of the screen.
Step 05: Select the scheme and click on the “Apply Now” button.
Step 06: Fill in all the mandatory details in the application form and click on the ‘Submit’ button.
Offline
Step 01: To avail of the benefits of the scheme, the applicant needs to visit the official website of the Social Justice Department, Government of Kerala to download the application form.
Step 02: The applicants need to fill out the application form completely.
Step 03: Duly filled-in application form along with relevant supporting documents have to be submitted to the concerned District Social Justice Office.
Frequently asked questions
What is the “Vayomadhuram Scheme”?
Under the scheme, the Government of Kerala is provided glucometers freely to 1000 elderly diabetic persons coming under the Below Poverty Line (BPL) category in each district of Kerala State.
Which department has launched this scheme?
Social Justice Department, Government of Kerala
Who is eligible to get the benefits under the scheme?
The elderly diabetic persons who are 60 years or above coming under Below Poverty Line (BPL) category are eligible to apply under the scheme.
Is this scheme only for elderly persons?
Yes, this scheme is only for elderly persons who are 60 years or above.
Is this scheme only for a resident of Kerala?
Yes, the applicant should be a permanent resident of Kerala.
Is this scheme only for Below Poverty Line (BPL) category?
Yes, the applicants should be from Below Poverty Line (BPL) category only.
Who will be given preference in this scheme?
If there are a large number of applicants, priority will be given to older persons.
What is the benefit of the scheme?
Under the scheme, Glucometers are provided freely to elderly diabetic persons coming under Below Poverty Line (BPL) category.
How many persons will be given glucometers in a district of Kerala?
Glucometers are provided to 1000 diabetic old age persons in each district of Kerala.
How can an applicant apply under the scheme?
To avail of the benefits of the scheme, the applicant should visit the Official Portal- SUNEETHI- Online Service Application Portal. https://suneethi.sjd.kerala.gov.in
Submit your application yourself on the official portal; it costs nothing. Treat anyone demanding money to "get you approved" as a scam.
- Offline link sjd.kerala.gov.in (PDF)
- Official Website sjd.kerala.gov.in
- Order/Notice sjd.kerala.gov.in (PDF)
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