Mamta Taruni Abhiyan
Mamta Taruni Abhiyan is a Gujarat state government health programme launched in 2010 that provides free medical check-ups, iron and folic acid tablets, and deworming medication to adolescent girls (ages 10–19) and pregnant women in rural areas. The programme also covers menstrual hygiene education, family planning awareness, and cash incentives for pregnant women. Services are delivered through ASHAs, ANMs, and Anganwadi workers — visit your nearest government health center to enroll.
About This Scheme
Mamta Taruni Abhiyan is a Gujarat state government health programme launched in 2010 that provides free medical check-ups, iron and folic acid tablets, and deworming medication to adolescent girls (ages 10–19) and pregnant women in rural areas. The programme also covers menstrual hygiene education, family planning awareness, and cash incentives for pregnant women. Services are delivered through ASHAs, ANMs, and Anganwadi workers — visit your nearest government health center to enroll.
Full official description
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Under this program, free medical check-ups, iron and folic acid supplements, and deworming medication were provided to adolescent girls between the ages of 10 and 19 years, and pregnant women. The program also aimed to create awareness about menstrual hygiene, family planning, and nutrition among adolescent girls and pregnant women.
The program was implemented through a network of health workers, including Accredited Social Health Activists (ASHAs), Auxiliary Nurse Midwives (ANMs), and Anganwadi workers. The Mamta Taruni Abhiyan was seen as a significant step towards improving maternal and child health in rural areas of Gujarat.
Benefits
- Free medical check-ups including antenatal and postnatal care
- Free iron and folic acid supplements and deworming medication
- Health education on menstrual hygiene, nutrition, and family planning
- Cash incentive for pregnant women to support medical and nutritional needs
- Services delivered at the community level through ASHAs, ANMs, and Anganwadi workers
Who Can Apply (Eligibility)
- Adolescent girls aged 10–19 years who are residents of Gujarat
- Pregnant women who are residents of Gujarat
- Priority given to women and girls from Below Poverty Line (BPL) families
How to Apply
Application Process Visit the Nearest Health Center: The first step is to visit the nearest healthcare center or hospital that is authorized to provide the benefits and services under the scheme. Fill the Application Form: The healthcare center will provide an application form for the scheme. The applicant needs to fill the form accurately and completely. Submit Required Documents: Along with the application form, the applicant needs to submit the required documents such as identification proof, address proof, medical certificate (in case of pregnant women), and income certificate (in case of BPL families). Get Enrolled: After submitting the application form and the required documents, the healthcare center will verify the information provided by the applicant. If the applicant is found to be eligible, they will be enrolled in the scheme. Receive Benefits and Services: Once enrolled, the beneficiary can avail the benefits and services under the scheme, which may include health check-ups, antenatal care, postnatal care, nutritional support, health education, and financial support (in case of pregnant women).
Frequently Asked Questions
Who can avail the benefits of the Mamta Taruni Abhiyan scheme in Gujarat?
The scheme is open to adolescent girls and pregnant women who are residents of Gujarat. Women and girls belonging to Below Poverty Line (BPL) families are given priority.
What are the benefits provided under the scheme?
The scheme provides access to health and wellness services such as health check-ups, antenatal care, postnatal care, and nutritional support. It also provides health education and awareness sessions to beneficiaries and financial support to pregnant women in the form of a cash incentive
What is the cash incentive provided to pregnant women under the scheme?
Pregnant women are provided a cash incentive of Rs. 6000 under the scheme to meet their medical and nutritional needs.
Is there any age limit for availing the benefits of the scheme?
The scheme is open to all adolescent girls between the ages of 10 and 19 years and pregnant women.
Can I avail the benefits of the scheme if I am not a resident of Gujarat?
No, the scheme is only for residents of Gujarat.
What are the necessary documents needed?
- Identification Documents.
- Medical Certificate.
- Bank Account Details.
- Income Certificate.
- Address Proof.
How to apply for the scheme ?
- Visit the Nearest Health Center:
- Fill out the Application Form.
- Submit the Required Documents
- Get Enrolled.
- Receive Benefits and Services.
Ready to apply?
Visit the official government portal to apply for this scheme.
Apply on myScheme.gov.inDocuments Required
- List of required documents
- Identification Documents: Beneficiaries must have identification documents such as a birth certificate, Aadhaar card, or any other valid government-issued identity proof.
- Medical Certificate: Pregnant women may be required to provide a valid medical certificate indicating their pregnancy status and health condition.
- Bank Account Details: Beneficiaries may need to provide their bank account details to receive financial support under the scheme.
- Income Certificate: Women and girls belonging to Below Poverty Line (BPL) families may need to provide an income certificate as proof of their eligibility.
- Address Proof: Beneficiaries may need to provide an address proof such as a utility bill or a rent agreement to establish their residence in Gujarat.