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Kanya Sumangala Yojana: How UP's Rs 25,000 Aid Supports Girls from Birth to Graduation
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What Happened?
The Kanya Sumangala Yojana in Uttar Pradesh offers Rs 25,000 to eligible girls at six milestones, promoting their health and education from birth to graduation.
Key points
- The scheme provides Rs 25,000 in total, distributed in six instalments.
- Eligible families must have an annual income not exceeding Rs 3 lakh.
- A maximum of two daughters per family can benefit from the scheme.
- The scheme was launched on April 1, 2019.
- Financial assistance is linked to milestones like immunisation and school admissions.
- The amount was increased from Rs 15,000 to Rs 25,000 starting from the financial year 2024-25.
Key insights
- The scheme may lead to improved health outcomes for girls through linked immunisation.
- Families may feel more empowered to invest in their daughters' education.
- The financial support could reduce the dropout rates among girls in schools.
Why it matters
The scheme encourages families to prioritize girls' health and education, supporting their development from birth to graduation.
Source
India Today
