HITARTH Scheme
About Project HITARTH
Transforming Healthcare Access for Persons with Disabilities
Project HITARTH (Healthcare Initiative to Avail Rehabilitative Therapies and Health Coverage) is a flagship initiative of VOSAP (Voice of SAP) in partnership with PARIVAAR – National Confederation of Parent Organizations. The project is committed to ensuring that every eligible person with Autism, Cerebral Palsy, Intellectual Disability, and Multiple Disabilities can access the benefits of the Niramaya Health Insurance Scheme with dignity, ease, and confidence.
Across India, thousands of eligible families either remain unaware of the scheme or face challenges in registration, renewal, and claim reimbursement. Project HITARTH bridges this gap by building a nationwide network of trained HITARTH Sahayaks, who provide end-to-end support to beneficiaries throughout their healthcare journey.
Our vision is simple yet powerful:
No eligible beneficiary should be deprived of healthcare due to lack of awareness, documentation, or procedural barriers.
Our Mission
To empower persons with disabilities and their families by providing seamless access to the Niramaya Health Insurance Scheme through awareness, community support, capacity building, and technology-enabled assistance.
Our Vision
To create an inclusive healthcare ecosystem where every eligible person with disability receives timely healthcare, rehabilitation support, and financial protection irrespective of geography or socio-economic status.
What is the Niramaya Health Insurance Scheme?
The Niramaya Health Insurance Scheme, implemented under the National Trust, Government of India, provides financial assistance for a wide range of healthcare needs of eligible persons with disabilities, including:
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Hospitalization
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Medical treatment
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Rehabilitative therapies
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Surgical procedures
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Diagnostic investigations
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Medicines
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Preventive healthcare services
Project HITARTH ensures that beneficiaries are able to:
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Register under the scheme
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Renew their policies annually
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Understand scheme benefits
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Submit reimbursement claims correctly
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Receive claim settlements successfully
Who is a HITARTH Sahayak?
A HITARTH Sahayak is a trained community volunteer who acts as a trusted healthcare facilitator for persons with disabilities and their families.
They provide complete handholding support by:
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Registering new beneficiaries under Niramaya
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Processing annual policy renewals
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Assisting in claim documentation and submission
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Guiding families regarding eligibility and required documents
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Tracking claims until settlement
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Creating awareness about Niramaya in local communities
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Supporting beneficiaries throughout the healthcare journey
Through their dedicated service, HITARTH Sahayaks ensure that no deserving beneficiary is left behind.
Our Journey of Impact
Project HITARTH has grown into one of India's largest community-driven healthcare facilitation initiatives for persons with disabilities.
FY 2024–25
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50 HITARTH Sahayaks
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5,584 Beneficiaries Enrolled
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365 Claims Settled
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₹35.2 Lakh Claims Reimbursed
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₹14.9 Lakh Incentives Paid
FY 2025–26
Project HITARTH expanded significantly across the country.
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175 HITARTH Sahayaks
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35,849 Total Registrations
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19,990 New Registrations
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15,859 Annual Renewals
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5,559 Claims Settled
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₹4,87,99,315 Claims Reimbursed
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₹1,77,35,850 Incentives Paid to HITARTH Sahayaks
Every registration completed, every renewal processed, and every claim settled represents improved healthcare access, financial security, and enhanced quality of life for a family.
HITARTH Incentive Programme
To encourage quality service and maximize beneficiary outcomes, Project HITARTH follows a transparent performance-based incentive model.
Registration Incentive
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₹400 for each new registration (first 300 registrations)
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₹250 for each new registration beyond 300
Annual Renewal Incentive
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₹150 per successful renewal
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₹250 per renewal after achieving more than 60% renewal rate
Claim-Based Incentives
| Approved Claim Amount | Incentive |
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| ₹1,000 – ₹2,999 | ₹200 |
| ₹3,000 – ₹5,999 | ₹400 |
| ₹6,000 – ₹7,499 | ₹600 |
| ₹7,500 – ₹9,999 | ₹800 |
| ₹10,000 – ₹19,999 | ₹1,500 |
| Above ₹20,000 | ₹2,500 |
This incentive structure rewards successful beneficiary outcomes and motivates Hitarth Sahayaks to provide quality support until claims are settled.
Recognition Beyond Incentives
Outstanding HITARTH Sahayaks are celebrated through a comprehensive recognition programme.
They can earn:
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🏅 Advanced Performance Tiers
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🎯 Annual Claim Achievement Awards
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📈 Renewal Excellence Awards
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📜 Digital Certificates
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🛡 Tier Badges
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🏆 State & National Leaderboards
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🎉 Recognition during VOSAP & PARIVAAR Conferences
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📱 WhatsApp Achievement Milestones
Our recognition programme celebrates dedication, consistency, and impact on beneficiaries' lives.
Why Project HITARTH Matters
Access to healthcare should never depend upon awareness, location, or the ability to navigate complex procedures.
Project HITARTH bridges the gap between eligible beneficiaries and the healthcare support available under the Niramaya Health Insurance Scheme.
By combining community volunteers, technology, structured guidance, and continuous support, the initiative empowers thousands of families to receive:
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Better healthcare access
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Financial protection
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Timely medical interventions
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Rehabilitation support
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Improved quality of life
Every beneficiary supported brings India one step closer to an inclusive and equitable healthcare system.
Join the Movement
Whether you are:
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A parent
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A caregiver
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A volunteer
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A social worker
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An NGO
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A parent organization
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A disability professional
—you can become part of the Project HITARTH movement.
Become a HITARTH Sahayak
Help connect persons with disabilities to the healthcare benefits they deserve and become a catalyst for change in your community.
Together, we can ensure that every eligible person with disability receives the healthcare, dignity, and financial protection they deserve.
