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The Arunachal Pradesh government has significantly expanded its social welfare initiatives under Chief Minister Pema Khandu's leadership. The Chief Minister's Bal Seva Scheme now supports all registered orphans, providing monthly financial assistance and technological support. Additionally, the state has increased pension amounts for elderly, disabled, and widowed individuals. These landmark reforms aim to create a more inclusive social security framework for vulnerable populations in the state.

Key Points: Pema Khandu Expands Welfare Schemes for Arunachal Orphans

  • Increased monthly financial support for orphaned children up to age 18
  • Pension amounts raised by Rs 300 for elderly and disabled
  • Widow pension eligibility lowered to 18 years
  • Benefits extended to over 50,000 vulnerable individuals
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Arunachal govt extends scope of schemes for orphans, underprivileged

Arunachal Pradesh enhances social security benefits for orphans, elderly, and vulnerable populations through expanded government schemes

"The scheme will now provide support to all registered orphaned children of the state - CMO Official"

Itanagar, April 3

The Arunachal Pradesh government on Wednesday decided to extend the scope of the Chief Minister’s Bal Seva Scheme (CMBSS) and enhanced the pension under the Chief Minister’s Social Security Scheme (CMSSS), officials said.

An official of the Chief Minister’s Office (CMO) said that the state Cabinet that met on Wednesday under the chairmanship of Chief Minister Pema Khandu decided that the CMBSS will now provide support to all registered orphaned children of the state. Earlier, the benefits of the scheme were available only to Covid-19 affected orphans.

“With the extension of scope, the scheme will also be extended to all orphaned children of the state registered under Baal Swaraj Portal, residing in Child Care Institutions and declared as ‘Child in Need of Care and Protection’ under the Juvenile Justice (Care and Protection of Children) Act, 2015,” the official told the media.

These children will be provided with financial assistance of Rs 1,500 per month per child till the age of 18 years and the amount shall be in addition to any other assistance provided under Mission Vatsalya scheme under the Juvenile Justice (Care and Protection of Children) Act, and a provision of a laptop or tablet for those beneficiaries who have entered Class-11, college or a vocational course.

The CMO official said that in a landmark decision to bolster social welfare, the Cabinet has approved enhancements of pension amounts under the Chief Minister's Social Security Scheme (CMSSS).

The pension amount for all three components of the scheme -- old age pension, disability pension, and widow pension -- has been increased by Rs 300 per month.

Further, the age eligibility for availing widow pension has been lowered to 18 years from the existing 40 years making the Chief Minister’s Widow Pension Scheme universal.

The enhancements and lowering the age criteria for the widow pension scheme will empower the elderly, differently-abled, and widows and will benefit over 50,000 beneficiaries through enhanced social security provisions.

- IANS

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Priya M.
This is such a heartwarming initiative! Extending support to all orphans, not just COVID-affected ones, shows real compassion. The laptop provision for older students is especially thoughtful 👏
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Rahul K.
While I appreciate the increased pensions, Rs 300 seems quite modest. With rising costs, I hope they'll consider further increases in future budgets. Still, moving in the right direction!
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Sunita T.
Lowering the widow pension age to 18 is revolutionary! Many young widows struggle in silence. This could be life-changing for so many women in our state 💜
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Amit D.
Great policy, but implementation is key. Hope they have a robust system to prevent fraud and ensure funds reach the intended beneficiaries. Maybe blockchain tech could help?
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Neha P.
My cousin works at a childcare institution in Itanagar. She says these kids are so bright but lack opportunities. The laptop provision will open so many doors for them! #Progress
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Tenzin L.
As someone who lost parents young, I know how much Rs 1500/month means to a child. It's not just money - it's hope. Thank you for this inclusive approach 🙏

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