Launched on 1st April 2018 by the Labour Department of the Government of Madhya Pradesh, the Mukhya Mantri Shramik Seva Prasuti Sahayata Yojana provides maternity support to pregnant women registered as unorganized workers. The scheme is designed to assist women over 18 years of age during pregnancy and delivery, but is applicable only for deliveries conducted in government hospitals. Importantly, the benefits are available only for a maximum of two live births.
Benefits
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First Installment (During Pregnancy):
- ₹4,000/- provided during pregnancy.
- Condition: Requires four prenatal check-ups by a doctor or Auxiliary Nurse Midwife (ANM) during the prescribed period until the last trimester.
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Second Installment (After Delivery):
- ₹12,000/- provided for delivery in a government hospital.
- Conditions:
- Early initiation of breastfeeding.
- Registration of the newborn.
- Institutional birth is mandatory.
- The newborn must receive the required vaccinations (BCG, OPV, and Hepatitis B).
Eligibility
To be eligible for this scheme, the applicant must:
- Be a pregnant woman aged over 18 years.
- Be registered as an unorganized worker.
- Plan to deliver in a government hospital.
- Not have already had two live births.
Application Process
Offline Process
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Collect the Application Form:
- Visit the Block Medical Officer (for rural areas) or the Civil Surgeon District Hospital (for urban areas) during office hours.
- Request the hard copy of the prescribed application form from the concerned authority.
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Complete the Application Form:
- Fill in all mandatory fields.
- Paste a passport-sized photograph (signed across, if required).
- Attach self-attested copies of all necessary documents.
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Submit the Application:
- Submit the completed and signed application form along with the documents within the prescribed period (if any) to the concerned authority.
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Obtain Acknowledgement:
- Request a receipt or acknowledgement from the authority.
- Ensure that the receipt contains details such as the date and time of submission and a unique identification number (if applicable).
Note: Make sure the application is submitted within any prescribed period.
Documents Required
For Registration as a Building/Construction Worker (if applicable for proof of eligibility)
- Identity Proof: (e.g., Aadhaar Card)
- Passport-size Photograph
- Skill-upgradation Training Certificate
- Proof of Residence: (e.g., Utility Bill, Voter ID, etc.)
- Ration Card: (optional)
- Bank Account Details: (e.g., Copy of Bank Passbook)
- Caste Certificate: (if applicable)
- Undertaking/Declaration
- Age Certificate: (School Certificate, Registrar of Birth Certificate, or a certificate from the District Medical Board)
- Employment Certificate
- Signature
- Any other documents as required.
For Application of the Scheme
- Identity Card of the Member
- Medical Certificate: (if applicable)
- Any other documents as required.
Frequently Asked Questions
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What is the Mukhya Mantri Shramik Seva Prasuti Sahayata Yojana?
It is a maternity support scheme for pregnant women registered as unorganized workers in Madhya Pradesh, offering financial assistance during pregnancy and after delivery. -
When was the scheme launched?
The scheme was launched on 1st April 2018. -
Who is eligible for the scheme?
Pregnant women over 18 years of age who are registered as unorganized workers and plan to deliver in a government hospital, and who have not already had two live births. -
How many live births are covered under the scheme?
The scheme covers a maximum of two live births. -
What is the financial assistance provided during pregnancy?
₹4,000/- is provided during pregnancy, subject to the completion of four prenatal check-ups. -
What is the financial assistance provided after delivery?
₹12,000/- is provided for delivery in a government hospital, subject to early breastfeeding initiation, newborn registration, and institutional birth with required vaccinations. -
Are private hospital deliveries covered under this scheme?
No, the scheme is applicable only for deliveries in government hospitals. -
What vaccinations are required for the second installment?
The newborn must receive the BCG, OPV, and Hepatitis B vaccinations. -
Can women under 18 years apply for this scheme?
No, only women aged over 18 years are eligible. -
Is there an income limit for eligibility?
The scheme does not specify an income limit but is targeted at unorganized workers.