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Ashirbad: Scheme for Specially Cared Children

The scheme aims for in-situ rehabilitation & continuation of their life in similar family based non-institutional socio-cultural environment, where ever feasible & in the best interest of child & to ensure that care givers & other kith & kins are encouraged to provide best of care to these children.

Authority

State/ UT

Region

Odisha

Status

Verified 2026

Updated

March 2026

What you get

Categories of Beneficiaries: | - Category 2(A): Children who have lost both parents on or after 1 April 2020.- Category 2(B): Children who have lost a single parent (including cases where the death of the other parent occurred earlier).- Category 2(C): Children who have lost one parent who was the primary bread earner and continue to live with the remaining parent. | - Children under Kith and Kin Care (Category 2(A) & 2(B)): ₹2,500/- per month till the child attains 18 years of age or till adoption, whichever is earlier. The amount is electronically transferred to the bank account of the caregiver's family towards the maintenance, health, and education of the child.1. Children in Institutional Care (Category 2(A) & 2(B)): ₹1,000/- per month till the child attains 18 years of age or till adoption, whichever is earlier. The amount is deposited as a recurring deposit in the bank account of the child, in addition to free care and protection under the Juvenile Justice (Care and Protection of Children) Act, 2015.1. Children Living with Remaining Parent (Category 2(C)): ₹1,500/- per month till the child attains 18 years of age. The amount is transferred electronically to the bank account of the remaining parent or child towards maintenance, health, and education. (The financial support discontinues if the child is surrendered and placed for adoption.) | Additional Benefits: | - Coverage under Biju Swasthya Kalyan Yojana (State Health Assurance Scheme). | - Entitlement under the National Food Security Act (NFSA) or the State Food Security Scheme. | - The child will be facilitated to continue his/her study free of cost in the same school where he/she was going before the death of the second parent. In case the child is shifted to another place where the kith and kin are living. The child will be admitted to a similarly placed school as far as possible. If required, the child will be assisted for admission in OAV, KV or any other Govt school within their criteria. | - For higher education, linkage with the Green Passage Scheme of the Department of Higher Education. | - Eligibility for benefits under Biju Shishu Surakshya Yojana, Juvenile Justice Fund, and other Government schemes, if eligible. | - Caregiver families receive priority assistance under Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana, Biju Pakka Ghara Yojana, or other relevant schemes if eligible. | - Protection of the child’s assets and properties is ensured by the Child Welfare Committee (CWC) in coordination with DCPU, Tahasildar, and Police. | - Personalised attention and regular follow-up by DCPU to ensure proper care and protection.

Who can apply

The beneficiaries must be children requiring special care who have faced difficulties due to the demise, on or after 1st April 2020, of: | A. Both parents; | B. A single parent (including cases where the death of the other parent occurred earlier); or | C. One parent who was the primary breadwinner, where the child continues to live with the surviving parent.

Required Paperwork

  • Aadhaar Card
  • PAN Card
  • Income Certificate
  • Residence Proof (Domicile)

Common Questions

Who is considered a specially cared child under this scheme?

A specially cared child is one who lost both parents, a single parent, or a primary bread earner on or after 1 April 2020.

What support does the scheme provide if both my parents have passed away?

If both parents have died, you may receive monthly financial assistance along with health, education, and food security benefits.

What help can I receive if only one of my parents has passed away?

If a single parent has died, the same benefits apply as long as the death occurred on or after 1 April 2020.

What does the scheme offer if my primary bread earner has died but I live with the remaining parent?

You may receive monthly financial assistance, health coverage, education support, and food security benefits.

Can I stay with my relatives under this scheme?

Yes, the child may be placed in kith and kin care if ordered by the Child Welfare Committee.

How much monthly financial help will I get if I live with relatives?

You will receive ₹2,500/- per month until you turn 18 or are adopted, whichever is earlier.

What financial assistance will I get if I am living in an institution?

A monthly amount of ₹1,000/- will be deposited in your bank account as a recurring deposit until you turn 18 or are adopted.

How much financial help will I get if I continue living with my remaining parent?

You will receive ₹1,500/- per month until you turn 18 years old.

Will I get help with my health needs under this scheme?

Yes, all eligible children are covered under the Biju Swasthya Kalyan Yojana health assurance scheme.

Will I receive food-related benefits?

Yes, you will be included under the National Food Security Act or the State Food Security Scheme if eligible.

What if I shift to another place to stay with relatives?

You will be admitted to a similar school, and assistance will be provided if admission is needed in OAV, KV, or another Government school.

Does the scheme support higher education?

Yes, you will be linked to the Green Passage Scheme for higher education.

Who should I contact if I face issues in receiving benefits?

You may approach the Collector and District Magistrate, as they are the grievance redressal authority.