Mukhyamantri Sampoorna Pushti Yojana: Purna Aahaara for Children (6 months - 5 years)

Description
The “Purna Aahaara for Children 6 month - 5 years ” scheme is a component under the "Mukhyamantri Sampoorna Pushti Yojana MSPY " scheme, implemented by the Department of Women & Child Development, Government of Odisha. The scheme follows a community-based approach for the management of acute malnutrition and aims to provide nutritional support to Severely Acute Malnourished SAM children. Purna Aahaara is an initiative erstwhile Community Management of Acute Malnutrition CMAM programme.

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Benefits
• Under the scheme, eligible beneficiaries are provided Take Home Ration (THR) of 3 kg per month, along with 30 eggs per month, for a duration of 112 days from the date of enrollment.
• **Note:** Parents and caregivers are requested to have their children&amp;#39;s growth monitored at Anganwadi Centre (AWCs) and take special care of them.
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Eligibility Criteria
1. The beneficiary must be a resident of Odisha.
2. The beneficiary must be a child aged between 6 months and 5 years.
3. The child must be identified as Severely Acute Malnourished (SAM) by an Anganwadi Worker or ICDS functionary.
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Application Process
Step 1: Step 1: The parent or caregiver visits the nearest Anganwadi Centre (AWC) under the ICDS Project.
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Step 1: The parent or caregiver visits the nearest Anganwadi Centre (AWC) under the ICDS Project.

Step 2: Step 2: The Anganwadi Worker (AWW) assesses the child’s nutritional status to identify Severe Acute Malnutrition (SAM).
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Step 2: The Anganwadi Worker (AWW) assesses the child’s nutritional status to identify Severe Acute Malnutrition (SAM).

Step 3: Step 3: Upon confirmation, the child is enrolled under the “Purna Aahara” component of MSPY.
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Step 3: Upon confirmation, the child is enrolled under the “Purna Aahara” component of MSPY.

Step 4: Step 4: The AWW records details and starts the distribution of THR (3 kg/month) and 30 eggs/month for 112 days.
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Step 4: The AWW records details and starts the distribution of THR (3 kg/month) and 30 eggs/month for 112 days.

Step 5: Step 5: Parents must bring the child for periodic growth monitoring and nutritional counselling.
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Step 5: Parents must bring the child for periodic growth monitoring and nutritional counselling.

Step 6: Step 6: After completion of the 112-day period, the child’s growth is evaluated.
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Step 6: After completion of the 112-day period, the child’s growth is evaluated.

Step 7: Step 7: If the child achieves normal nutritional status, they are shifted to the regular Supplementary Nutrition Programme (SNP).
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Step 7: If the child achieves normal nutritional status, they are shifted to the regular Supplementary Nutrition Programme (SNP).

Required Documents
• Identity proof
• Birth certificate of Child
• Any other documents (As per requirement)

Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Who can benefit from Purna Aahaara?
A: Children 6 months to 5 years old diagnosed with Severe Acute Malnutrition (SAM) without medical complications.
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Q: What benefits does the programme provide?
A: Augmented Take–Home Ration (THR), 30 eggs per month, growth monitoring, regular counselling, and support for caregivers.
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Q: How much THR is provided to each child?
A: 3 kg of augmented THR per month for the duration of the programme.
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Q: What is the duration of Purna Aahaara support?
A: 112 days from the date the child is enrolled in the programme.
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Q: How are children enrolled into the programme?
A: SAM children are identified through growth monitoring and anthropometric measurement at Anganwadi Centres (AWCs) and enrolled based on criteria set by the authorities.
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Q: Where are benefits provided?
A: Through Anganwadi Centres (AWCs) under the Integrated Child Development Services (ICDS) system across Odisha.
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Q: Who prepares the augmented THR?
A: Local Women Self-Help Groups (SHGs) prepare the augmented THR using prescribed ingredients approved by the programme.
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Q: Does the programme involve other community workers?
A: Yes, Anganwadi Workers (AWWs), Auxiliary Nurse Midwives (ANMs), and other frontline workers coordinate to monitor and support enrolled children.
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