Poshan Aahaar- Madhya Pradesh

Description
The "Poshan Aahaar" scheme was implemented by the Women and Child Development Department, Government of Madhya Pradesh. Under this scheme, children from 6 months to 6 years, pregnant women, and malnourished children are given nutritious food through Anganwadis. About 80 lakh beneficiaries are being benefitted from supplementary nutrition in the sanctioned Anganwadis. 50% of the amount spent on the provision of supplementary nutrition in Anganwadi centers is provided by the Government of India. As per the new norms laid down by the Government of India, the State Government has made provisions to provide supplementary nutrition to children in the age group of 6 months to 6 years in Anganwadi centers, as well as to pregnant and lactating mothers and malnourished children, per beneficiary per day as follows.

Benefits
• Third meal for underweight children aged 6 months to 6 years:

Eligibility Criteria
1. The applicant should be a native of Madhya Pradesh.
2. All children and mothers registered in the Anganwadi can take benefit of the scheme.
3. Children aged 6 months to 6 years, pregnant women, lactating mothers, and malnourished children are eligible under the scheme.

Required Documents
• Aadhaar Card
• Samagra ID
• Birth certificate
• Domicile certificate of Madhya Pradesh
• Anganwadi enrolment number
• Other necessary documents if asked by Anganwadi

Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Who are the beneficiaries of the "Poshan Aahaar" scheme?
A: Beneficiaries include children aged 6 months to 6 years, pregnant women, lactating mothers, and malnourished children.

Q: How is the scheme funded?
A: 50% of the funding for supplementary nutrition is provided by the Government of India, with the remaining amount covered by the State Government of Madhya Pradesh.

Q: What is the nutritional provision for children aged 6 months to 3 years?
A: Food items are provided five days a week through MP Agro, State Rural Livelihood Mission, and other suppliers.

Q: What nutritional support is provided for children aged 3 to 6 years in rural areas?
A: Supplementary nutrition is provided in the form of breakfast and lunch through a common kitchen.

Q: How is nutrition provided to children aged 3 to 6 years in urban areas?
A: Nutrition is provided as per the Common Chulha Programme menu through local self-help groups.

Q: What special provision is made for underweight children aged 6 months to 6 years?
A: A third meal is provided to underweight children on specific days of the week according to the lunch and breakfast menu.

Q: How can one apply for the scheme?
A: Visit the nearest Anganwadi center during working hours with necessary identification and documentation.

Q: Is there any cost involved for the beneficiaries?
A: No, the scheme provides free supplementary nutrition to eligible beneficiaries.

Q: Can beneficiaries outside Madhya Pradesh avail of this scheme?
A: No, the scheme is only for residents of Madhya Pradesh.