Aapki Beti Hamari Beti
At a Glance
Scheme Category
Social welfare & Empowerment
Target Beneficiaries
Individual
Brief Description
The scheme “Aapki Beti Hamari Beti” was launched by the Department of Women and Child Development, Government of Haryana on 24th August 2015.
Benefit Type
Cash
Eligibility Criteria
The following will be the eligibility criteria for beneficiaries under the scheme:- 1. All Scheduled Caste families whose first girl child is born on or after 22nd January 2015 shall be eligible to receive a one-time grant. 1. All Below Poverty Line (BPL) families whose first girl child is born on or after 22nd January 2015 shall be eligible to receive a one-time grant. 1. All families whose second girl child is born on or after 22nd January 2015, will receive a one-time grant irrespective of their caste, creed, religion, income, and number of sons. 1. In cases, twin/multiple girls born on or after 22nd January 2015, will receive a one-time grant per girl child in any family satisfying the eligibility conditions. 1. All families whose second girl child is born on or before 21st January 2015, will receive a one-time grant per girl child per annum for five years irrespective of their caste, creed, religion, income, and number of sons. (This is applicable for those cases who are eligible for benefit under the Ladli scheme). 1. In cases, when twin/multiple girls are born on or before 21st January 2015 will receive a one-time grant per girl child per annum for five years irrespective of their caste, creed, religion, income, and number of sons in any family of the State of Haryana satisfying the eligibility conditions. (This is applicable for those cases who are eligible for benefit under Ladli scheme). 1. All parents resident of Haryana or having a Haryana domicile and at least one of the parents along with the girl child should be residing in Haryana. 1. The pregnant women should be registered at the nearest Anganwadi Centre or with the Health Department. 1. The birth of all girl children shall be registered. 1. The girl child shall have an Aadhaar number. However, at the time of enrolment, the Aadhaar number of the parents is also accepted. 1. The parents should ensure proper and timely immunization of the girl children and immunization records (as per age of the girl children) should be attached with the application form. 1. Beneficiaries should be enrolled in Anganwadi Centre as per their age. Change of address: It shall be obligatory for the parents/guardian of the girl children to intimate any change of address to the Women and Child Development Project Officer/ District Programme Officer and Civil Surgeon concerned. Eligibility to encash Membership Certificate: In order to obtain the maturity value of the investment in the Membership Certificate at the time of applying the beneficiary girl must be: - 18 years of age - Unmarried
Application Mode
Offline
Application Process
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Required Documents
- Aadhaar Card- Girl(s)/Parents/Guardian
- Residence proof
- Caste Certificate
- Self-attested copy of the birth certificate
- Immunization card of the beneficiary
- Passport Size photographs of the beneficiary
- BPL Card (If applicable)
- Bank account details
FAQs
What is the aim of the scheme?
The aim of this scheme is to improve the child sex ratio and ensure survival, and proper health, and promote the education of girls in the state. Every girl child has a right to be born and have access to education in order to develop her potential.
What is the objective of the scheme?
To bring about change in the societal attitude towards the birth of the girl child. To improve the child sex ratio in the state. To improve enrolment and retention of girl children in schools and to assist the girls to undertake income-generating activities. To raise the age at marriage of girls.
Which department has launched this scheme?
Women and Child Development Department, Government of Haryana
When was this scheme launched?
This scheme was launched on 24th August 2015.
Who is eligible to get the benefits of the scheme?
The scheme is covering 1st girl child born in a family belonging to Schedule Caste, and all Below Poverty Line (BPL) and, the 2nd twin/multiple girls born on or after 22nd January 2015 in any family in the State of Haryana satisfying the eligibility criteria.
Is this scheme only for a resident of Haryana State?
Yes, the applicant must be a permanent resident of Haryana State.
What is the eligibility criterion to encash Membership Certificate?
In order to obtain the maturity value of the investment in Membership Certificate at the time of applying the beneficiary girl must be 18 years of age and unmarried.
What is the benefit of the scheme?
Under the scheme, a sum of ₹21000/- is invested with Life Insurance Corporation LIC in the name of 1st Girl child of SC/BPL families and 2nd child of a family belonging to any caste.
Is it mandatory to enroll beneficiary in Anganwadi Centre?
Yes, the beneficiary should be enrolled in Anganwadi Centre as per their age.
How can an applicant apply under the scheme?
The eligible applicant may apply through offline mode.
How can an applicant apply offline under the scheme?
The mother/ father/guardian of the eligible girl child beneficiary should apply in the prescribed form along with relevant documents as prescribed by the Women and Child Development Department, Haryana through the Anganwadi Worker/Supervisor/Health Staff of the concerned area.