The Telangana MCH Kit Scheme provided financial assistance on the birth of a child. Rs. 12,000/- will be provided on the birth of a boy and Rs. 13,000/- will be provided on the birth of a girl. Apart from that MCH Kit of 16 daily care items will also be provided. Read the full article to learn about the MCH Kit Scheme.
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Telangana MCH Kit Scheme Highlights
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| Scheme Name | Telangana MCH Kit Scheme. |
| Launched Date | 02.06.2017. |
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| Responsible Department | Department of Health, Medical and Family Welfare, Telangana. |
| How to Apply | Offline through the MCH Kit Scheme Application Form. |
| Free Scheme Updates | WhatsApp | Telegram |
Introduction of Telangana MCH Kit Scheme: A Brief Insight
- MCH Kit Scheme is the major welfare scheme of the Government of Telangana.
- The full form of this scheme is “Mother Child Health (MCH) Kit Scheme”.
- It was started on 02.06.2017.
- Earlier, this scheme was known by another name i.e “KCR Kit Scheme”. But after Congress won the assembly election of Telangana, it’s name changed to MCH Kit Scheme.
- The main aim behind launching the MCH Kit Scheme in Telangana is to provide financial assistance to mothers and their newborn children so that they can fulfill their basic nutritional needs.
- Telangana Government’s MCH Kit Scheme also encourages mothers to give birth in government institutions instead of at home so that they can be safe and basic healthcare facilities will be provided to them.
- Department of Health, Medical and Family Welfare of the Government of Telangana is the implementing department of the MCH Kit Scheme.
- Under the Telangana Government’s MCH Kit Pathakam, financial assistance of Rs. 12,000/- and Rs. 13,000/- will be provided at the time of birth of a boy and a girl child, respectively.
- Apart from the financial assistance, an MCH Kit is also provided to the mother and child which costs around thousands of rupees.
- The items in the kit contain, towel, a diaper, oil, shampoo etc. which is enough for 3 months’ use.
- Financial Assistance under MCH Kit Scheme will be provided in 5 installments.
- All the pregnant women of Telangana State are eligible to avail the benefit of the MCH Kit Pathakam.
- Eligible beneficiaries can apply through the Application Form with the help of their area’s ASHA or ANM worker.
- Beneficiary women can also apply for “KCR Nutrition Kit Scheme” in which a free-of-cost nutrition kit will be provided.
- In case of any assistance or help needed regarding this scheme, beneficiary women can contact their ASHA or Anganwadi Worker.
- Women Beneficiaries can also apply for the “Mahalakshmi Scheme” which is a major welfare scheme of the Telangana Government and the “PM Matru Vandana Scheme” of the Central Government.
Benefits Provided to Eligible Beneficiaries
- The following benefits or financial assistance will be provided by the Telangana Government to the mother under the MCH Kit Scheme :-
- Rs. 12,000/- assistance at the time of the boy’s birth.
- Rs. 13,000/- assistance if the child is a Girl.
- MCH Kit for both mother and child contains 16 necessary things that cost around thousands.
Eligibility Conditions Required to be Fulfilled
- The following eligibility conditions is set by the Government of Telangana, MCH Kit will be only provided to those beneficiaries who fulfill the following eligibility criteria of MCH Kit Scheme :-
- Women of Telangana State are Eligible.
- Delivery of the Mother should be in the Government Hospital.
- Mother should have an Aadhar Card of Telangana.
- Benefits only available for Two Deliveries.
Ineligibility Conditions Set by the Government
- In the following circumstances, the women are not eligible to avail the benefit of the Government of Telangana’s MCH Kit Scheme :-
- If Mother has an Other State Aadhar Card.
- If the birth of a Child is in a Private Hospital.
- If the benefit is availing for 3rd Children.
Distribution of Financial Assistance under MCH Kit Scheme
- Financial Assistance under the MCH Kit Scheme will be provided in installments to the mother.
- Financial Assistance under this scheme will be distributed as follows:-
Installment Amount Phase of Installment Rs. 3,000/- - Within 5 Months from the Date of the Last Menstrual Period
- After 2 Antenatal Checkups
Rs. 4,000/- - At the time of the Boy’s Birth
Rs. 5,000/- - At the time of the Girl’s Birth
Rs. 2,000/- - Within 3 Months of Child Birth
- After 1st Immunization
Rs. 3,000/- - Within 9 Months of Childbirth
- After 2nd Immunization
- Total of Rs. 12,000/- at the time of the Boy’s Birth
- Total of Rs. 13,000/- at the time of the Girl’s Birth
MCH Kit Items List
- The following items worth of thousands will be provided to the mother and child under the MCH Kit Scheme of the Government of Telangana :-
- Soap for Mother and Child
- Oil for Baby
- Mosquito Net
- Small Bed for Baby
- Baby’s Dresses
- Mother’s Sarees
- Towels for Mother and Baby
- Handbag for Mother
- Napkins
- Powder for Baby
- Shampoo for Mother and Child
- Diapers for Baby
- Toys for Baby
Documents Required to be Attached
- The following documents will be required to avail the benefit of the MCH Kit Scheme of the Telangana Government :-
- Aadhar Card of Mother.
- Mobile Number.
- Bank Account Details.
How Beneficiaries Can Apply to Avail the Benefit of this Scheme
- The whole registration process under the MCH Kit Scheme will be done through ASHA Workers.
- ASHA Workers collect the list of their area pregnant women and register themselves by uploading their details on the MCH Kit Scheme Portal.
- It is the duty of the ASHA Worker to complete the ANC Check-ups of Pregnant Women.
- The Application Forms of the Telangana Government’s MCH Kit Scheme will be subject to approval from the Medical Officer.
- Once the application is approved by the medical officer, it will be forwarded to the Deputy District Health and Medical Officer for further approval.
- Then, the finance department of Telangana State gave its final approval on the received application forms.
- According to the installment stages, the financial assistance under the Mother Child Health Kit Scheme will be transferred to the bank accounts of beneficiaries.
Key Features of the Scheme
- Financial Assistance under the MCH Kit Scheme will only for the first 2 children.
- Pregnant Women who delivered their baby in a government hospital are eligible to apply.
- Facility of Pre and Post Delivery Check Ups is also available under the MCH Kit Scheme.
- Aadhar Card and Birth Certificate of a child will also be made under the MCH Kit Scheme of the Telangana Government.
- Pregnant Women will also choose a pick-up and drop facility to the nearest public health care center.
Important Links Available
- Official Website of MCH Kit Scheme Telangana.
- Department of Health, Medical and Family Welfare, Telangana.
- Guidelines of MCH Kit Scheme Telangana.
Contact Details in Case of Help Needed
- Contact Numbers of MCH Kit Scheme Telangana.
- Helpdesk Email of MCH Kit Scheme Telangana :- kcrkitts@gmail.com.
Scheme Conclusion
- MCH Kit Scheme benefited a lot of low-income group women financially as well as hygienically. In the initial phase, the MCH Kit Scheme was implemented with a great focus and dedication, but later the distribution of financial assistance and MCH kit as promised under the MCH Kit Scheme got delayed due to unknown reasons. Now with a new government in Telangana, the future of the MCH Kit Scheme is in the clouds.
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