PURNA Scheme

Description
The "PURNA Scheme" launched by the Women and Child Development Department, Gujarat, is a comprehensive initiative designed for adolescent girls aged 15-18 in Gujarat. It focuses on improving their nutritional status, health, and life skills while empowering them through education, vocational training, and exposure to public services. With no income limitations, the scheme ensures inclusivity by offering nutritional supplements, health check-ups, and life-skill training to all adolescent girls registered at Anganwadi centres. The scheme also promotes awareness of legal rights, self-competency, and social skills through engaging activities and field visits.

Benefits
• **Nutritional Support: S**upplementary nutrition (PURNA Shakti) 4 packets (1kg/packet) on 4th Tuesday of every month which contains 9 micronutrients. - **Health Enhancement:** Distribution of IFA tablets every Wednesday at schools and AWCs, along with health check-ups and referral services, is conducted in convergence with the Health Department. - **Educational Encouragement:** Support out of school adolescent girls for school re-enrollment and vocational training. - **Life Skill Development:** Knowledge of nutrition, health, and legal rights. - **Public Exposure**: Visit at public places (Primary health centre, Bank, Post office and any government offices etc.) for their self-empowerment). - **Awareness Programs:** Celebration of PURNA divas at Anganwadi centres on the 4th Tuesday of every month where various theme based activities are carried out based on health, nutrition and self -development of adolescent girls. - **Empowerment Kits:** Distribution of PURNA kit at Anganwadi centres for awareness about nutrition, health and empowerment among adolescent girls.

Eligibility Criteria
1. - The applicant must be a girl.
2. - The applicant must be aged between 15-18 years.
3. - Applicant must be enrolled at an Anganwadi center in Gujarat.
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Required Documents
• Age proof document (15-18 years).
• Address proof.
• Any other documents (if required).

Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What is the "PURNA Scheme"?
A: The "PURNA Scheme" is an initiative aimed at reducing malnutrition, anemia, and early marriage among adolescent girls in Gujarat by educating them on health, nutrition, and life skills.

Q: Who is eligible to participate in the "PURNA Scheme"?
A: The "PURNA Scheme" is open to adolescent girls aged 15-18 years who are enrolled at an Anganwadi center in Gujarat.

Q: Is there any income limitation for the scheme?
A: No, the scheme does not have any income limitations for participation.

Q: How often are IFA tablets distributed?
A: IFA tablets are distributed every Wednesday at schools and Anganwadi centers in coordination with the Health Department.

Q: What health services are included in the scheme?
A: The scheme provides health check-ups and referral services in collaboration with the Health Department.

Q: What are PURNA Shakti packets?
A: PURNA Shakti packets are monthly nutritional supplements containing nine micronutrients, distributed to eligible girls on the 4th Tuesday of each month.

Q: What is the purpose of PURNA Divas?
A: "PURNA Divas" is celebrated on the 4th Tuesday of every month at Anganwadi centers with theme-based activities focused on health, nutrition, and the empowerment of adolescent girls.

Q: Can out-of-school girls participate in the scheme?
A: Yes, the scheme encourages out-of-school adolescent girls to re-enroll in school or join vocational training programs.

Q: How can one apply for the PURNA Scheme?
A: Applicants can apply by visiting their local Anganwadi center, providing the necessary documents such as age proof and enrollment details.

Q: What kind of vocational training is supported under the scheme?
A: The scheme encourages enrollment in various vocational training programs such as ITI or KVK (Krishi Vigyan Kendra) to enhance self-empowerment.

Q: Are there any fees to join the PURNA Scheme?
A: No, there are no fees to join the PURNA Scheme, as it is a government initiative aimed at empowering adolescent girls.

Q: What is the significance of visits to public places?
A: Visits to public places such as primary health centers, banks, post offices, and government offices are organized to empower girls and enhance their self-competency.