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It is a well-known fact that the government launches several schemes to encourage children education. The Maharashtra Government has introduced Bal Sangopan Scheme. In this article we will provide you with all the important details including objectives, benefits, features, eligibility criteria, documents, and application process regarding the scheme. Keep on reading the article to know all the important information about the Bal Sangopan scheme.
Maharashtra Bal Sangopan Scheme 2023
Since 2008, the child care scheme has been run by the Women and Children Development Department of Maharashtra. Under the scheme, all parents will receive Rs. 425 every month for their children’s education. Nearly 100 families have got benefits through the Bal Sangopan Scheme. In addition to the children of single parents, other children can also make the most of this scheme. If any family is in financial crisis, parents have died or are divorced or any parent or both parents are in hospital, children can gain benefits through the scheme.
To get financial aid through the Bal Sangopan Scheme 2023, you need to apply on the official website of the Women and Children Development Department. In this article, we will share the details of how to apply for the scheme online.
Bal Sangopan Scheme: Scope Likely to Expand
Bal Sangopan Scheme was started in 2008. Under the scheme, financial aid is provided to support children’s education. Every month, an amount of Rs. 1125 is disbursed as a financial aid. Children who became orphaned during the COVID-19 period will receive the financial aid. If any parent died during the pandemic and the other parent is not an earning member, the child can get his/her name registered under the scheme. The government has been suggested to expand the scope of this scheme. Financial aid is likely to be increased from Rs. 1125 to Rs. 2500. In addition, children will be provided free education as well.
Proposal to Deposit Rs. 5, 00, 00 in Children’s Accounts
The Maharashtra Chief Minister has instructed the officials of the Women and Children Development Department to prepare a detailed policy for the upbringing of the children who lost their parents during the COVID-19 pandemic. A meeting was organized by the Maharashtra chief minister for detailed reviews. In the meeting, the participants discussed about the orphaned children. According to sources, a proposal was made to deposit an amount of Rs. 5, 00, 00 to the orphaned children’s accounts.
The Maharashtra Chief Minister has given necessary instructions to the Women and Child Development Department to provide information about the additional expenditure in addition to the yearly expenditure on the existing Bal Sangopan Scheme so that decisions can be taken about effective implementation.
Objectives of the Maharashtra Bal Sangopan Scheme
The main objective of the Maharashtra Bal Sangopan Scheme is to provide financial assistance to the parents who are unable to support their children’s education due to some reasons. Under the scheme, the children from the State of Maharashtra will not have to face any kind of difficulty to continue with their education. The Bal Sangopan Scheme will help in the development of the state and reduce the rate of unemployment as well.
Features and Benefits of Maharashtra RTE Admission
Under the scheme, financial assistance is provided to the children of those parents who are unable to provide education to their children due to some reasons.
Ø Under the scheme, the amount of Rs. 425 will be provided every month as a financial aid.
Ø Bal Sangopan Scheme was launched in 2008.
Ø The Bal Sangopan Scheme is implemented by the Women and Children Development Department of Maharashtra.
Ø About 100 families have been benefitted through the Bal Sangopan Scheme.
Ø To get the financial assistance through the scheme, children should be in the age group of 1-18 years.
Ø Eligible and interested candidates should apply on the official website.
Eligibility Criteria for Bal Sangopan Scheme
Ø To get the benefits of the Bal Sangopan Scheme, the applicant must be a resident of Maharashtra.
Ø The applicant must be in the age group of 1-18 years.
Ø Under the scheme, only orphaned, homeless and vulnerable children are eligible to get benefits.
Required Documents to Apply for Bal Sangopan Scheme
Ø Aadhaar Card
Ø Ration Card
Ø Birth Certificate
Ø Income Certificate
Ø Bank Passbook
Ø Passport size photo of the beneficiary’s parents
Ø Death certificate of parent(s) (in case, any parent or both have died)
How to Apply for Bal Sangopan Scheme?
Follow the step-by-step instructions mentioned below to apply for the Bal Sanngopan Scheme online.
Ø First, visit the official website of Women and Children Development Department.
Ø The Home page will open on your computer screen.
Ø On Home page, click on the “Apply Online” link.
Ø The application form will appear on the screen.
Ø Fill out the form with all the information asked for.
Ø Upload all the required documents.
Ø Next, click on the ‘Submit’ button.
How to View Contact Information?
Ø First, visit the official website of the Women and Children Development Department.
Ø Next, the Home page will appear on your computer screen. Click on the “Contact Us” link.
Ø A list will be displayed on the screen.
Ø You can see the contact details of the concerned department on the list.
