The “Mukhyamantri Matrupushti Uphar” scheme is an initiative by the Directorate of Social Welfare and Social Education, Government of Tripura. This scheme provides financial assistance of ₹500 through Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) to pregnant women for antenatal checkups. The assistance is provided after each antenatal checkup, up to four times, thereby supporting maternal health and ensuring timely medical care during pregnancy.
Benefits
- Financial Assistance:
₹500 is transferred to the beneficiary’s bank account after each antenatal checkup, for up to four checkups.
Eligibility
- The applicant must be a pregnant woman.
- The applicant should have undertaken antenatal checkups at any recognized health facility.
Application Process
Offline
- Visit the Nearest Anganwadi Center:
The applicant should visit the nearest Anganwadi Center during office hours. - Submission:
Submit an application on plain paper along with copies of all mandatory documents (self-attested if required) to the Anganwadi Worker or the designated authority for enrollment/registration in the scheme. - Acknowledgment:
Request a receipt or acknowledgment from the concerned authority. Ensure that the receipt includes essential details such as the date and time of submission and a unique identification number, if applicable.
Documents Required
- Health Card issued by the health facility that mentions the date of the antenatal checkup.
- Bank Passbook.
- Address Proof.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is the purpose of the “Mukhyamantri Matrupushti Uphar” scheme?
It aims to provide financial assistance to pregnant women for antenatal checkups, thereby promoting maternal health. - How many times can a pregnant woman receive ₹500 under this scheme?
The benefit is provided up to four times, corresponding to four antenatal checkups. - Who is eligible to apply for the scheme?
The scheme is open to all pregnant women who have undergone antenatal checkups at any recognized health facility. - What are the essential steps for enrollment into the scheme?
Visit the nearest Anganwadi Center, submit an application on plain paper along with required documents, and obtain an acknowledgment of submission. - What documents are required for application submission?
A Health Card (with antenatal checkup date), Bank Passbook, and Address Proof. - How is the financial assistance transferred to beneficiaries?
The assistance is transferred directly to the beneficiary’s bank account through Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT). - Can the applicant apply directly to the health facility for enrollment?
No, the enrollment is done through the Anganwadi Center. - What information should be included in the receipt obtained during application submission?
The receipt should include the date and time of submission and a unique identification number (if applicable). - Is self-attestation of documents required for application submission?
Yes, copies of mandatory documents should be self-attested, if required. - What is the role of the Anganwadi Worker in the application process?
The Anganwadi Worker collects the application, verifies the documents, and assists with enrollment in the scheme. - Are there any restrictions on the choice of health facility for antenatal checkups?
No, the checkup can be undertaken at any recognized health facility. - Can the financial assistance be availed retroactively for past checkups?
The scheme provides assistance for checkups conducted after enrollment; retroactive claims are typically not permitted.