Women & Child

Beti Bachao Beti Padhao

Campaign to address the declining Child Sex Ratio and promote girl child survival, protection, and education.

Main Benefit

Education + Safety

About the scheme

BBBP is a tri-ministerial convergence scheme between WCD, Health, and Education ministries focused on the girl child.

Key benefits

Sukanya Samriddhi Yojana account
Scholarship and education support
Community awareness programmes
Conditional cash transfers in select states

Eligibility

All girl children at birth
Sukanya Samriddhi: girl below 10 years
Open to all communities and income groups

How to apply

Open Sukanya Samriddhi Account at any post office or authorised bank. Contact district WCD office for other benefits.