Goa Village & Municipal Child Committee Grants and Awards Scheme (GVMCCGS) was introduced in the financial year 2015-16. It is designed to encourage and support local bodies in Goa, such as Village Panchayats and Municipalities, that have established Village or Municipal Child Committees under Rule 7 of The Goa Children’s Homes Rules, 2004. These committees focus on addressing and resolving issues concerning children within their jurisdiction.
The scheme provides a financial grant to the winning local body, which is awarded ₹10,000/- annually for covering the administrative expenses incurred in organizing the activities of the Child Committee.
Benefits
- Amount: ₹10,000/- (annual grant) for administrative expenses of the Committee.
- Instalments: The grant is released in a single instalment within three months.
- Mode of Payment: Payments are made only through electronic transfers to the concerned local body.
Eligibility Criteria
- Applicant: The applicant must be the concerned local body, either a Panchayat or Municipal local body.
- Committee Establishment: The local body must have established a Village or Municipal Child Committee as per Rule 7 of The Goa Children’s Homes Rules, 2004.
- Recent Meetings: The Committee should have met at least once in the last three months prior to submission of the application to discuss and resolve children’s issues.
- Facility for Meetings: The local body should provide space within its premises for the Committee’s meetings, as needed.
Application Process
- Mode: Offline
- Submission: The application, in the prescribed format along with supporting documents (activities of the Child Committee), must be submitted to:
- The Director
- Directorate of Women and Child Development
- Panaji-Goa, 2nd floor, Old Education Building, 18th June Road, Altinho, Panaji, Goa – 403 001.
Applicant:
- Village Panchayat: The proposal should be signed by the Secretary of the Panchayat, with the resolution of the Panchayat body and the recommendation of the concerned Block Development Officer.
- Municipality: The proposal should be signed by the Chief Executive of the Municipality, along with the resolution of the body.
Deadline
- Application Deadline: Applications must be submitted within six months from the commencement of the financial year.
Documents Required
- Documents showing the activities of the Village or Municipal Child Committee.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What happens if no suitable child committee is found for an award in a particular Taluka?
The selection committee may not provide the award for that Taluka in such cases. - What is the significance of the Director of Women & Child Development in the GVMCCGS grant process?
The Director oversees the selection process and ensures the implementation of the scheme. - Who constitutes the selection committee for the GVMCCGS awards?
The selection committee comprises experts who evaluate the performance of child committees and decide the awardees. - Can the GVMCCGS grant be availed in multiple installments?
No, the grant is provided in a single instalment only. - What is the purpose of the Village and Municipal Child Committees under Rule 7 of The Goa Children’s Homes Rules, 2004?
The committees are formed to address issues related to children’s welfare in their respective local areas. - Are there any specific requirements for the space provided by the local body for the Child Committee?
The local body must ensure that adequate space is provided for the Committee’s meetings and activities. - What is the purpose of the financial grant provided under the GVMCCGS?
The grant helps local bodies cover administrative costs related to the organization of activities by the Child Committees. - What is the mode of payment for the GVMCCGS grant?
The payment is made via electronic transfer to the local body concerned. - How is the selection process conducted for the GVMCCGS awards?
The selection committee reviews the activities and achievements of the Child Committees before awarding the grant. - What documents need to be submitted with the GVMCCGS application?
Supporting documents showcasing the activities of the Child Committee need to be submitted. - What is the deadline for submitting the GVMCCGS application?
The application must be submitted within six months from the start of the financial year. - How can a local body apply for the GVMCCGS grant?
The application can be submitted offline to the Directorate of Women and Child Development, Panaji-Goa.
Sources and References
- Guidelines
- Rule 7 of The Goa Children’s Homes Rules, 2004
Link to full rule - Citizen’s Charter