About this health scheme
The scheme aims to improve the health of pregnant and lactating women by providing nutritional food such as eggs twice a week and dates twice a week at Anganwadi Centres.
The scheme "Mukhyamantri Mahila Poshan Yojana" has been launched by the Department of Women Empowerment & Child Development, Government of Uttarakhand. The scheme aims to improve the health of pregnant and lactating women by providing nutritional food such as eggs twice a week and dates twice a week at Anganwadi Centres.
Benefits at a glance
| Scheme name | Mukhyamantri Mahila Poshan Yojana (MMPYU) |
|---|---|
| Launched by | Department Of Woman Empowerment & Child Development |
| Benefit type | In kind (goods, services or support, not cash) |
| Category | Health |
| Level / State | State · Uttarakhand |
| Official portal | uk.gov.in (link at the end of this page) |
Key facts
| Scheme for | Individual |
|---|---|
| Application mode | Offline |
| Last date | Ongoing (no last date notified) |
| DBT (direct bank transfer) | No |
| Age | 18 to 50 years |
Who can apply (quick check)
- 👤Female
- 🎂Age 18 to 50 years
- 💍Married
- 📝Offline
Quick check from official data. Full conditions are in the Eligibility section.
What you receive
Under the scheme, pregnant and lactating women are provided eggs two days a week and dates two days a week. Dates are given to those registered women who do not consume eggs.
Who qualifies
- The applicant must be a resident of Uttarakhand.
- The applicant must be a pregnant or lactating woman.
Who is not eligible
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Papers to keep ready
- Identity proof i.e. Aadhaar card, etc.
Registration walkthrough
Offline
Women who are registered at the Anganwadi Centre receive the benefits at the centre itself.
Frequently asked questions
Who is eligible for this scheme?
All pregnant and lactating women who are residents of Uttarakhand and registered at an Anganwadi Centre are eligible.
What benefits are provided under this scheme?
Eligible women are given eggs two days a week and dates two days a week at Anganwadi Centres.
What if a woman does not eat eggs?
Women who do not consume eggs are provided dates as an alternative.
Where are the benefits distributed?
The benefits are provided directly at the Anganwadi Centres to registered beneficiaries.
Is there any cost for receiving these benefits?
No, the benefits are provided free of cost to eligible women.
How can women register for the scheme?
Women need to enroll at the nearest Anganwadi Centre during pregnancy or lactation to avail the benefits.
How often are eggs and dates given?
- Eggs: 2 days a week
- Dates: 2 days a week (or as a substitute for eggs if not consumed)
Are these benefits available throughout pregnancy and lactation?
Yes, benefits are provided during the entire period of pregnancy and lactation to ensure maternal health.
Submit your application yourself on the official portal; it costs nothing. Treat anyone demanding money to "get you approved" as a scam.
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