Bal Sakha Yojana
Under this scheme, all babies born to BPL mothers in the State (approximately 3,00,000 births per annum) will be covered for neonatal care by partnering pediatricians, including care in their Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (level 2 ) at no cost to the beneficiary.
About the Bal Sakha Yojana Scheme
- The Bal Sakha Yojana is a community-based program that aims to provide support to children in need of care and protection. The scheme is implemented by the Department of Women and Child Development in collaboration with the NHM and the State Child Protection Society.
- A network of trained volunteers called "Bal Sakhis" are deployed in villages and urban areas to identify and report cases of child abuse, neglect, and exploitation.
- The Bal Sakhis also provide support to families in need of assistance to ensure the well-being of their children. The scheme also provides financial assistance to children in need of care and protection.
- The scheme is targeted towards vulnerable children in the age group of 0-18 years, especially those from socially and economically disadvantaged backgrounds. The Bal Sakha Yojana aims to ensure the overall development and well-being of children by providing them with necessary support and protection.
Benefits
- Under this scheme, expert care will be provided to newborn babies to ensure child health.
- The paediatrician attends all eligible newborns at the place of birth and has to ensure their survival by providing early neonatal care including immunizations at birth, nutrition advice.
Eligibility Criteria
- All newborns up to 30 days old belonging to Below Poverty Line (BPL) families and Scheduled Caste categories, who do not pay income tax, will be eligible for benefits.
How to Apply for Bal Sakha Yojana
Application mode: Offline
- Women can contact primary social workers ASHA present in all village and urban area
- Anganwadi centres
- Women can contact to District Development officer or Chief District Health Officer if she faces any obstacles while availing the of benefits.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Bal Sakha Yojana scheme?
The Bal Sakha Yojana is a community-based program that aims to provide support to children in need of care and protection. The scheme is implemented by the Department of Women and Child Development in collaboration with the NHM and the State Child Protection Society. A network o…
Who is eligible for Bal Sakha Yojana?
All newborns up to 30 days old belonging to Below Poverty Line (BPL) families and Scheduled Caste categories, who do not pay income tax, will be eligible for benefits.
What benefits does Bal Sakha Yojana provide?
Under this scheme, expert care will be provided to newborn babies to ensure child health. The paediatrician attends all eligible newborns at the place of birth and has to ensure their survival by providing early neonatal care including immunizations at birth, nutrition advice.
How can I apply for Bal Sakha Yojana?
Women can contact primary social workers ASHA present in all village and urban area Anganwadi centres Women can contact to District Development officer or Chief District Health Officer if she faces any obstacles while availing the of benefits.
Source: official scheme details published on the Government of India's myScheme portal. Always verify eligibility and deadlines on the official portal before applying. Scheme rules can change.
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