SOCIAL WELFARE & SOCIAL EDUCATION

Various Scheme of Social Welfare & Social Education

Mukhyamantri Antodaya Shraddanjali Yojana (MASY)

Overview

The Mukhyamantri Antyodaya Shraddhanjali Yojana is a one-time financial assistance program launched by the Government of Tripura, aimed at aiding Antyodaya families—those among the poorest of the poor—in conducting the last rites of deceased family members. grant amounted to ₹10,000.

Scheme Benefits

Financial Grant: One-time assistance of ₹10,000 to help cover funeral or cremation expenses of a deceased family member.

Eligibility Criteria

The scheme is explicitly designed for Antyodaya families—the most economically disadvantaged households. These families are:
-Typically identified via state-level ration card categories or poverty indicators.
-Recognized under social welfare classifications targeting the poorest segments.

Where to Apply

Applications may be submitted to the Child Development Project Officer (CDPO) in the applicant’s area or relevant local Social Welfare & Social Education Department Officer.

Summary Table

Aspect	Details
Purpose	One-time grant for last rites of deceased
Amount	₹10,000/-
Eligible	Antyodaya families (most economically deprived)

Mukhyamantri Matru Pushti Uphaar Yojana(MMPU)

Overview

Launched in June 25, 2020 by the Tripura Government, announced by the Minister of Social Welfare & Social Education, Smt. Santana Chakma.
Purpose: To combat maternal and infant mortality and address malnutrition in pregnant and lactating women, the state government provides nutrition assistance through free kits and regular health check-ups.

Scheme Benefits

Free Nutrition Kits: Each kit is valued at approximately ₹500 and contains essentials like peanuts, soybeans, mixed pulses, jaggery, and ghee
Distribution: Kits are provided following periodic antenatal check-ups at Primary Health Centers (PHCs). Each beneficiary can receive up to four kits, one per check-up.

Eligibility Criteria

Beneficiaries: Pregnant women and lactating mothers residing in Tripura are eligible Scheme Area: Applicable only to residents within the state of Tripura

How to Apply — Application Process

Visit the nearest Anganwadi Center(AWW) or contact with Anganwadi Worker for enrollment.

Documents required

1.Identity Proof (e.g., Aadhaar Card) 2.Address Proof
3.Health Card or antenatal records (to confirm check-ups)
4.Bank Account Details (for benefit tracking), though transfer via DBT is not emphasized for this scheme

Summary Table

Objective	To reduce maternal/infant mortality and malnutrition via nutrition aid
Benefits	Up to 4 nutrition kits (₹500 each) after check-ups
Eligibility	Pregnant women & lactating mothers in Tripura

Pradhan Mantri Matru Vandana Yojana (PMMVY)

Overview

Pradhan Mantri Matru Vandana Yojana (PMMVY), earlier known as the Indira Gandhi Matritva Sahyog Yojana, is a conditional cash transfer program launched by the Government of India to provide partial compensation for wage loss during pregnancy and early motherhood

When was it launched

The scheme was officially launched on 1 January 2017, but its origin traces back to 2010 under its previous name. It was brought under the National Food Security Act, 2013 and expanded nationwide in 2017.

Purpose

PMMVY aims to improve maternal and child health by encouraging prenatal checkups, institutional deliveries, proper nutrition, rest, and immunization for newborns.

Scheme Benefits

Cash Incentives:
First Child:
Total of ₹5,000 distributed in three installments:
₹1,000 upon early pregnancy registration at an Anganwadi Center (AWC) or approved health facility.
₹2,000 after six months of pregnancy upon receiving at least one antenatal check-up (ANC).
₹2,000 after childbirth, once the child receives first-round immunizations (BCG, OPV, DPT, Hepatitis B)
Second Child (Girl):
A lump sum of ₹6,000 is provided for the birth of the second child, if she is a girl, post childbirth and immunization

Eligibility Criteria

To qualify under PMMVY, applicants must meet the following conditions:

Pregnant women and lactating mothers (post pregnancy), for the first child—and from 1 April 2022, also for the second child if the second child is a girl

Women employed in regular government services (Central/State/PSUs) or receiving similar maternity benefits under other laws are ineligible.

Disadvantageous Socioeconomic Backgrounds:

Preference to women from socially/economically marginalized groups, including those with SC/ST status, BPL ration cards, E-Shram cards, PMJAY beneficiaries, MGNREGA job cards, farmers under PM Kisan, net family income under ₹8 lakh, holders of NFSA ration card, Divyangjan (≥40% disability), and pregnant/lactating frontline workers (AWWs, ASHAs, ANMs)

Age Limit:

Beneficiary should be between 18 years 7 months and under 55 years at the time of childbirth

Where and How to Apply

Visit the nearest Anganwadi Centre (AWC).

Summary Table

Aspect	Details
Purpose	Provide cash for wage-loss, nutrition, and maternal-child care
Benefit (1st child)	₹5,000 in 3 installments
Benefit (2nd girl child)	₹6,000 in one lump sum

Marriage Grant
Overview	The Incentive Award for Marriage between Disabled and Non‑Disabled individuals is a social welfare initiative aimed at encouraging marriages involving differently‑abled persons by offering financial assistance. This grant is managed by the Directorate of Social Welfare & Social Education, Tripura.
Scheme Benefits	A one-time grant of ₹50,000 paid to the person with disability in the couple.
Eligibility Criteria	1.Disability threshold: At least 40% disability. 2.Residency: Must have been a resident of Tripura for the past 15 years. 3.Marriage: Must be a registered marriage.
Documents Required	1.Marriage certificate (from the Sub-Registrar, Tripura). 2.Disability certificate. 3.Joint declaration signed by both spouses.4. Proof of residence. 5.A joint photograph of the couple.
Where to Apply	Applications should be submitted to the Block-Level Child Development Project Officer (CDPO) in your area. The grant is sanctioned by the Director of Social Welfare & Social Education

National Family Benefit Scheme

Overview

The National Family Benefit Scheme (NFBS) is part of the National Social Assistance Scheme (NSAP), launched in 1995 to support destitute households in times of crisis
In Tripura, the scheme offers one-time financial assistance of ₹20,000 to eligible families upon the death of the principal breadwinner, especially those from Antyodaya or BPL categories

Scheme Benefits

A lump sum amount of ₹20,000 is disbursed to the bereaved family following the death of the main earning member

Eligibility Criteria

Category: Families must belong to the Antyodaya segment to qualify

Where to Apply

Child Development Project Officer (CDPO), Social Welfare & Social Education Department

Summary Table

Aspect	Details
Purpose Provide	₹20,000 to the bereaved BPL/Antyodaya household after breadwinner’s death
Recipient	Families of deceased principal earner (18–60 years old), including homemakers

Sponsorship
Overview	The scheme is a part of Mission Vatsalya (previously known as Child Protection Services) and is implemented by the DCPU in North Tripura district. Its goal is to ensure that vulnerable children can remain in family or community-based care, avoiding the need for institutionalization.
Scheme Benefit	Beneficiaries receive a monthly sponsorship grant, generally around ₹4,000 per child per month, which helps cover basic needs such as education, health, nutrition, and other essential services. The support aims to keep children in safe family environments and prevent separation due to financial hardship.
Eligible Criteria	1.Children aged 0-18 years who are orphans, abandoned, or at risk of neglect. 2.Children in need of care and protection as determined by the Child Welfare Committee (CWC). 3.Priority to children from disadvantaged backgrounds or those living in vulnerable situations. 4.Recommendation from CWC and approval by the Sponsorship and Foster Care Approval Committee (SFCAC).
Where to Apply	Applications for the sponsorship yojana can be made at the District Child Protection Unit (DCPU) office, Social Welfare and Social Education Department, North Tripura. Applicants may also contact the Child Welfare Committee (CWC), North Tripura

Foster Care
Overview	Foster care is a non-institutional child protection service under Mission Vatsalya, managed by DCPU in North Tripura district. It provides temporary care within a family through foster parents when biological families cannot care for the child, aiming for safe and nurturing environments.
Scheme Benefit	1.Each child in foster care is provided a monthly financial grant, typically ₹2,000 per month, to support living expenses. 2.The scheme includes comprehensive services such as education, health, counseling, and regular monitoring through DCPU and partner organizations. 3.Foster families also receive support and training to help ensure quality care and child well-being.
Eligible Criteria	1.Children aged 0-18 years who are abandoned, orphaned, or unable to stay with biological families due to difficult circumstances or protection concerns 2.Selection and placement are approved by the Child Welfare Committee (CWC), based on individual care plans and social investigation reports. 3.Foster parents must be screened, trained, and approved by the DCPU, ensuring capacity for safe and nurturing care.
Where to Apply	Applications for foster care can be submitted to the District Child Protection Unit in the relevant district. Placement requests can also be initiated through the local Child Welfare Committee (CWC), North Tripura.

Chief Minister’s Scheme for Persons with Intellectual Disabilities

Overview	Financial support to persons with 60% & above disabilities, having Intellectual Disability/Mental Illness/Cerebral Palsy and Multiple Disabilities (with case of more than 60% or above Intellectual Disability or Mental Illness or Cerebral Palsy) for the purpose of Social Security.
Benefits	The eligible persons with disabilities will receive a monthly Social Security Pension of Rs. 5,000/- (Rupees Five Thousand) only.
Eligibility	The beneficiary must hold a valid Unique Disability Identity (UDID) Card issued by the Department of Empowerment Persons with Disabilities, Ministry of Social Justice & Empowerment, Government of India, with 60% & above disabilities having Intellectual Disability/Mental Illness/Cerebral Palsy/Multiple Disabilities (having more than 60% or above of Intellectual Disability or Mental Illness or Cerebral Palsy) as per ‘THE SCHEDULE’ for Specified Disability under the Rights of Persons with Disabilities Act, 2016. The beneficiary must be a Resident of Tripura. There is no age bar for getting the benefit under this scheme. The beneficiary’s name must be included in the Ration Card Database of the Food, Civil Supplies and Consumer Affairs Department, Tripura. The beneficiary must hold a valid Aadhaar-linked bank account or a joint account with the Legal Guardian (appointed by the Local Level Committee, chaired by the District Magistrate & Collector under the National Trust Act 1999).
Where to Apply	Any eligible person or the legal guardian can submit an application in prescribed format (to be devised by the Social Welfare and Social Education Department) to the Child Development Project Officer (CDPO) where the applicant resides or the District Inspector of Social Education of the District (DISE) or the Director, Social Welfare & Social Education Department, Government of Tripura, Agartala.

Other Social Pension under SW&SE

Sl.No	Scheme Name	Eligible age	Social Pension per month	Document Required	Where to apply
1	Indira Gandhi	60	2000	Application form Income Certificate Aadhar card Ration card Domicile & Residence certificate Age certificate	Visit Nearest Child Development Project Officer(CDPO), Social Welfare and Social Education Department
2	Indira Gandhi	40 -79	2000
3	Indira Gandhi National Disability Pension Scheme (IGNDPS)	18 -79	2000
4	State Old Age Pension	60	2000
5	Widow & Deserted	18-59	2000
6	Deserted Women	18-59	2000
7	State Widow Pension Scehme	40-59	2000
8	Pension to Un- married women of the age 45 years & Above.	45 or above	2000
9	Blind & Handicapped Pension	18-59	2000
10	Allowances for 100% Blind	10 or above	2000
11	Un-Employment Allowance for 100% Blind	18 or above	2000
12	Pension to Persons who lost 100 % Eye Sight	10 or above	2000
13	60 % & above Disability Allowances	10 or above	2000
14	Pension to 80 % & above Disable person	10 or above	2000
15	Tripura Cobbler	55 or more	2000
16	Tripura Rickswapuller	55 or more	2000
17	Bidi Shramik	55 or more	2000
18	Motor Sharamik	55 or more	2000
19	Laundry Workers	55 or more	2000
20	Barbar Workers	55 or more	2000
21	Handloom Workers	55 ormore	2000
22	Fishermen	55 or more	2000
23	Greha Shahayika Bhata (GSB)	–	2000
24	Social Pension Scheme for person Living with HIV	–	2000
25	Social Pension Scheme for Transgender	–	2000
26	Social Pension Scheme for Grade-II Deformed Leprosy Patients.	–	2000
27	Social Pension for Cancer Patients	–	2000
28	Folk Artistes	55 or more	2000
29	Carpenter	55 or more	2000
30	Blacksmith	55 or more	2000
31	Pottery	55 or more	2000
32	Schedules Castes traditionally connected with sanitation work (Harijan)	55 or more	2000