The Financial Incentives To Mothers Who Deliver A Girl Child (Mamta) Yojana is a financial assistance program launched by the Directorate of Women and Child Development, Government of Goa on 10th April 2018. The scheme aims to improve the Female Child Sex Ratio in the state by providing monetary support to mothers who deliver live girl children in registered medical institutions. Additionally, the scheme offers financial protection to ensure that mothers are not burdened by high healthcare costs associated with childbirth.
Key Benefits
One-Time Financial Incentive
- ₹10,000/- for each live girl child delivered.
- For beneficiaries who received the first installment of ₹5,000/- under the existing scheme, an additional ₹5,000/- is provided as per the amended scheme.
Direct Disbursal
- Benefits are directly credited to the beneficiary’s declared bank account.
Amendment Provisions
- Beneficiaries who received the first installment must apply for the second installment within 45 days from the publication of the amended scheme in the Official Gazette.
Eligibility
General Criteria
- Residency:
- Must be a resident of Goa for at least three years OR married to a resident of Goa.
- Accreditation:
- Must be a registered unorganized worker.
- Delivery:
- Must have delivered a live girl child (maximum of two deliveries) in a registered medical institution.
- Age:
- Applicable to all eligible mothers irrespective of social/economic status.
- Insurance Status:
- Applicants must not be covered under the Ayushman Bharat Scheme or any other Central/State Government Health Insurance Scheme.
Additional Criteria for MA Vatsalya Yojana
Families marginally above the poverty line can avail benefits under the MA Vatsalya Yojana if they meet the following:
- Annual Income: Up to ₹4,00,000/-.
- Special Categories:
- Accredited Social Health Activist (ASHA) workers.
- Accredited reporters.
- Class-3 and Class-4 employees employed on a fixed payroll by the State Government.
- Senior Citizens with families of a total annual income of up to ₹6,00,000/-.
Exclusions
- Beneficiaries who have already received both installments (₹5,000/- each) under the amended scheme are not eligible for any further incentives or benefits.
Application Process (Offline)
- Prepare Documentation:
- Gather all necessary documents as listed under Documents Required.
- Visit Registration Center:
- Approach the Child Development Project Officer at the ICDS Block Office of the respective Taluka or Anganwadi Centre.
- Other registration locations include E-Gram centers, UTI-ITSL centers, and nCode Agency centers.
- Submit Application:
- Fill out the prescribed application form and attach all required documents.
- Submit the application at the Taluka WCD Block Office.
- Verification and Approval:
- The Directorate of Women and Child Development will verify the application through relevant authorities.
- Upon successful verification and committee recommendation, the applicant will be enrolled as a beneficiary.
Documents Required
- Certified/Self-Attested Copy of Aadhaar Card
- Certified/Self-Attested Copy of Birth Report/Certificate from a registered medical institution
- Proof of Residency:
- Must have been a resident of Goa for at least three years OR
- Marriage Certificate and Residential Certificate of the husband.
- Pre-Receipt in Duplicate (Annexure-2) for new beneficiaries
- Pre-Receipt in Duplicate (Annexure-3) for beneficiaries who received the first installment under the old scheme
- Authorized Verification:
- Verification of pregnancy by a doctor, ANM, or Mitanin
- Additional Documents:
- Any other relevant supporting documents based on specific categories (widows, orphans, etc.)
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
1. How are the financial incentives paid to the beneficiaries under the “Mamta” Scheme, and what verification process is followed?
Disbursal: Benefits are directly credited to the beneficiary’s bank account.
Verification: The Director of Information & Cultural Affairs verifies eligibility through the Sub-Divisional Magistrate and other concerned agencies before forwarding the application to the Mamta Scheme Recommendation Committee (MSRC) for final approval.
2. Can you explain the declaration process for beneficiaries who have received the first installment under the “Mamta” Scheme?
Beneficiaries who have received the first installment of ₹5,000/- must apply for the second installment of ₹5,000/- within 45 days of the amendment publication in the Official Gazette.
3. What are the details required in the application form for the “Mamta” Scheme?
- Personal Details
- Family Information
- Bank Account Details
- Proof of Residency
- Birth Certificate of the girl child
- Proof of Accreditation as a journalist (if applicable)
4. Can you elaborate on the role of the Anganwadi Centre in the “Mamta” Scheme application process?
Anganwadi Workers assist eligible mothers by providing guidance, verifying documents, and facilitating the submission of the application form to the Child Development Project Officer.
5. How does the “Mamta” Scheme ensure that financial incentives reach the beneficiaries promptly?
By directly crediting the benefits to the beneficiary’s bank account, the scheme minimizes delays and ensures timely disbursal of funds.
6. What steps are taken by the government to inform beneficiaries about any amendments or modifications to the “Mamta” Scheme?
Amendments are communicated through the Official Gazette, local health centers, Anganwadi Centres, and community outreach programs to ensure all beneficiaries are informed.
7. Can you elaborate on the purpose of the detailed record-keeping by Child Development Project Officers in the “Mamta” Scheme?
Detailed records ensure transparency, accountability, and efficient monitoring of the scheme’s implementation and beneficiary disbursals.
8. Can you provide examples of other children’s details that applicants need to furnish in the “Mamta” Scheme application form?
Details may include the date of birth, health status, school enrollment, and any medical conditions of the girl child.
9. Can you clarify what is meant by a registered medical institution in the eligibility criteria for the Mamta Scheme?
A registered medical institution refers to any government-run or recognized private hospitals that are authorized by the Directorate of Women and Child Development to provide medical services and issue birth certificates.
Sources and References
- Official Gazette
- Citizen’s Charter
- Application Form
- List of Officers at Taluka WCD Block Office