CHANDIGARH: The Haryana government provides eligible adults with dwarfism a monthly allowance of ₹3,200 under the Bauna Bhatta Yojana, taking the annual assistance to ₹38,400. The benefit is a recurring monthly payment, not a one-time annual grant.
The scheme is officially listed by Haryana’s Directorate of Social Justice and Empowerment as the “Allowance to Dwarfs.” The department’s published rate history shows that the allowance increased to ₹3,200 per month from November 1, 2025. The scheme is intended to provide financial support to eligible residents who meet its prescribed age, height, residence and medical-certification requirements.
The scheme has been in operation since June 1, 2006. It initially provided ₹300 per month, with the amount revised upward in stages over the years. The latest listed rate is ₹3,200 monthly, equivalent to ₹38,400 over 12 months.
Who Is Eligible for the Bauna Bhatta Yojana?
The scheme has specific eligibility conditions. According to the Haryana Social Justice and Empowerment Department, applicants must be at least 18 years old and must be domiciled in Haryana. They must also have been residing in the state for at least one year at the time of submitting the application.
The prescribed height criteria are:
Men: 3 feet 8 inches or less.
Women: 3 feet 3 inches or less.
Applicants must provide a certificate from the Civil Surgeon confirming that they meet the scheme’s dwarfism criteria. The medical certificate is a required part of the eligibility process.
The scheme’s conditions are based on the department’s published guidelines. Applicants should verify their eligibility and the required documents with the relevant district social welfare office before submitting an application.
How Much Financial Assistance Is Provided?
Eligible beneficiaries receive ₹3,200 every month under the scheme. Over a full year, the total comes to ₹38,400. The annual figure is calculated from the monthly payment:
₹3,200 × 12 months = ₹38,400.
The assistance is therefore paid as a recurring monthly allowance, rather than as a single ₹38,400 payment. The current rate took effect on November 1, 2025, according to the rate history published by the Haryana department.
The scheme’s allowance has increased over time. It was initially ₹300 per month when the programme began in 2006. The department’s record lists successive increases, including ₹2,750 from April 2023, ₹3,000 from January 2024 and ₹3,200 from November 2025.
Application Process and Important Details
The scheme is administered by Haryana’s Department of Social Justice and Empowerment. Applicants can consult the department’s pension services or contact their District Social Welfare Officer for guidance on the application process and required documentation. The department’s published eligibility criteria identify the key documents and conditions applicants need to meet, particularly proof of Haryana domicile and residence, age verification and a Civil Surgeon-issued certificate.
The government’s official scheme page lists the allowance and eligibility requirements. Applicants should rely on the department’s current instructions for application submission and verification, as administrative procedures may change.
The Bauna Bhatta Yojana is one of Haryana’s social-security assistance programmes. Its monthly allowance is intended to provide financial support to eligible adults with dwarfism who meet the state’s prescribed criteria.
The key distinction is that the headline amount of ₹38,400 represents the annual value of the allowance. The actual benefit is ₹3,200 per month, subject to eligibility and approval under the scheme.
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