Indians with disabilities often receive meager monthly pensions under central and state schemes, typically ranging from ₹100 to ₹1,000 in many states, which critics argue is insufficient amid rising living costs. The Indira Gandhi National Disability Pension Scheme (IGNDPS) provides a central contribution of just ₹300 per month for those aged 18-79 with 80%+ disability from below-poverty-line families, rising to ₹500 after age 80.��

States add varying top-ups, but in 15 states, total amounts remain under ₹1,000, with Mizoram at a mere ₹100 and others like Chhattisgarh, Odisha, and Meghalaya at ₹200.��

Challenges and Advocacy

Low pensions fail to cover basic needs, prompting demands for hikes to ₹10,000+ monthly with annual increases, especially in states like Karnataka.� Advocacy groups highlight apathy, noting higher amounts where movements are stronger, while central aid remains stagnant.� Implementation under the RPwD Act varies, with calls for better stakeholder input.�