Bal Sakha Yojana
in Gujarat
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Key dates and updates (Gujarat)
Nationwide and Gujarat-specific milestones. Verify on the official portal before you apply.
| Milestone | Date |
|---|---|
| Scheme launch |
Bal Sakha Yojana in Gujarat
Bal Sakha Yojana is a government scheme available to eligible residents of Gujarat.
Apply for Bal Sakha Yojana in Gujarat
Scheme Overview
Under this scheme, all babies born to BPL mothers in the State (approximately 3,00,000 births per annum) will be covered for neonatal care by partnering pediatricians, including care in their Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (level 2 ) at no cost to the beneficiary.
Eligibility Criteria
- All newborns up to 30 days old belonging to Below Poverty Line (BPL) families and Scheduled Caste categories, who do not pay income tax, will be eligible for benefits.
Benefits
Under this scheme, expert care will be provided to newborn babies to ensure child health.
The paediatrician attends all eligible newborns at the place of birth and has to ensure their survival by providing early neonatal care including immunizations at birth, nutrition advice.
Required Documents
| # | Document |
|---|---|
| 1 | Aadhaar card |
| 2 | BPL card/Ration Card |
| 3 | Scheduled caste certificate, if applicable |
| 4 | Authorization by a locally recognized authority |
| 5 | Application form is available from the hospital itself |
| 6 | Income certificate |
| 7 | Any other documents as required |
Common questions in Gujarat
Who can apply for Bal Sakha Yojana in Gujarat?
Eligible residents of Gujarat who meet the scheme’s overall criteria can apply for Bal Sakha Yojana. Refer to the eligibility section above for the complete checklist.
What documents are required for Bal Sakha Yojana in Gujarat?
Applicants in Gujarat typically need identity proof (Aadhaar), state residency proof, bank account details, and any scheme-specific documents listed in the documents section.
What are the important dates for Bal Sakha Yojana?
Key dates are summarized in the table on this page, from 1 January 2008 through 1 January 2008, based on values DeshSeva currently stores for this item.
Frequently Asked Questions
The Bal Sakha Yojana provides expert care to newborn babies to ensure child health. This includes early neonatal care, immunizations at birth, and nutrition advice.