Doodh Sanjivani Scheme
The scheme aims to enhance the nutritional health of children aged 6 months to 6 years and pregnant and lactating mothers by providing fortified flavored milk in Anganwadi centers across 20 districts in the state.
What you get
- Nutritional Support for Children: 100 ml of fortified flavored milk is provided 5 days a week to children aged 6 months to 6 years. - Nutritional Support for Mothers: 200 ml of fortified flavored milk is provided 2 days a week to pregnant and lactating mothers.
Who can apply
- The applicant must be a child aged 6 months to 6 years or a pregnant or lactating mother.
- The applicant must be registered at an Anganwadi center.
How to apply
Offline
Step 1: Visit the nearest Anganwadi center. Step 2: Register yourself or your child with the Anganwadi center. Step 3: Provide the required documents. Step 4: Avail of the benefits during scheduled distribution days.
Documents to carry
- Birth Proof for child.
- Identity proof (e.g., Aadhaar card, ration card).
- Pregnancy proof for pregnant mothers (e.g., medical certificate).
- Any other document (if required).
Details
The "Doodh Sanjivani Scheme" launched by the Women and Child Development Department, Gujarat, is a welfare initiative designed to improve the nutritional status of children and women in tribal and underdeveloped communities. The scheme benefits children aged 6 months to 6 years and pregnant and lactating mothers registered at Anganwadi centers. It covers 138 tribal and developing communities in 20 districts and is implemented through Anganwadi centers.