About this health scheme
This aims to improve the health and nutritional status of school-going children by preventing and reducing iron deficiency anemia. Under this scheme, teachers distribute free iron and folic acid tablets every Monday to all students enrolled in government & government-aided schools across the state.
The scheme “Weekly Iron Folic Acid Tablets Free Distribution” is an initiative under the National Health Mission (NHM) implemented by the Department of Medical Health and Family Welfare, Government of Uttarakhand. The initiative aims to improve the health and nutritional status of school-going children by preventing and reducing iron deficiency anemia.
Benefits at a glance
| Scheme name | Weekly Iron Folic Acid Tablets Free Distribution – Uttarakhand (WIFATFD) |
|---|---|
| Launched by | Medical Health And Family Welfare Department |
| Benefit type | In kind (goods, services or support, not cash) |
| Category | Health |
| Level / State | State · Uttarakhand |
| Official portal | uk.gov.in |
Key facts
| Scheme for | Individual |
|---|---|
| Application mode | Offline |
| Last date | Not given in the official listing |
| DBT (direct bank transfer) | No |
| Age | 5 to 21 years |
Who can apply (quick check)
- 👤Female / Male
- 🎂Age 5 to 21 years
- 💍Never Married
- 🎓Students only
- 📝Offline
Quick check from official data. Full conditions are in the Eligibility section.
What you receive
Under this scheme, teachers distribute free iron and folic acid tablets every Monday to all students enrolled in government and government-aided schools across the state.
Who qualifies
- All students enrolled in government and government-aided schools in Uttarakhand are eligible under this scheme.
Papers to keep ready
Documents are required as per the directions of the respective schools, if any.
Registration walkthrough
Offline
The benefits of this scheme are provided to students enrolled in all government and government-aided schools.
Frequently asked questions
Who are the beneficiaries of this scheme?
All students enrolled in government and government-aided schools in Uttarakhand are beneficiaries under this scheme.
What does the scheme provide?
The scheme provides free iron and folic acid tablets to school students on a weekly basis.
When are the tablets distributed?
The tablets are distributed every Monday by school teachers.
Who distributes the tablets to students?
The school teachers are responsible for distributing the tablets to students.
Is there any cost involved for students?
No, the tablets are distributed free of cost to all eligible students.
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