“Palak Mata Pita Yojana,” which translates to “Foster Mother and Father Scheme” in English, is a Gujarat government initiative that provides financial assistance to the foster parents of orphans or children whose parents have died, ensuring their maintenance and upkeep until they turn 18.
Here’s a more detailed explanation:
- Target Beneficiaries:The scheme aims to support children who are orphans or whose parents have died, with the assistance provided to their foster parents (maternal aunt, uncle, or other relatives).
- Financial Assistance:The Gujarat government provides a monthly payment of ₹3,000 to the joint bank account of the foster parent and the child, which is used for the child’s maintenance and upkeep.
- Eligibility Criteria:
- The child must be an orphan or have lost both parents, or if the father is deceased and the mother has remarried.
- The child’s foster parent must be a close relative, such as a maternal aunt, uncle, or other designated caregiver.
- The child must be studying and not dropped out of school.
- The scheme is only available for children residing in the state of Gujarat.
- Duration of Support:The financial assistance is provided until the child reaches the age of 18.
- Documents Required
- Birth certificate or school leaving certificate
- Proof of remarriage
- Joint bank account statement of the child and foster parents
- Aadhar card copy of the child
- Ration card copy of the foster parents
- Copy of the current class certificate of the child
- Aadhar card copy of the foster parent