The “PURNA Scheme” launched by the Women and Child Development Department, Gujarat, is a comprehensive initiative designed for adolescent girls aged 15-18. It focuses on improving their nutritional status, health, and life skills while empowering them through education and vocational training.

Benefits

• Nutritional Support: 4 packets (1kg each) of PURNA Shakti supplementary nutrition monthly, containing 9 micronutrients.
• Health Enhancement: Distribution of IFA tablets every Wednesday; regular health check-ups and referral services.
• Educational Encouragement: Support for re-enrollment of out-of-school girls and vocational training.
• Life Skill Development: Training in health, nutrition, and legal rights.
• Public Exposure: Organized visits to Banks, Post Offices, and Government offices for empowerment.
• Awareness Programs: PURNA divas celebration on the 4th Tuesday of every month.
• Empowerment Kits: Distribution of kits containing health and nutrition information.

Eligibility

• The applicant must be a girl aged 15-18 years.
• Must be enrolled at an Anganwadi center in Gujarat.

Application Process

Offline:

• Step 1: Visit the nearest Anganwadi center.
• Step 2: Submit age proof and enrollment details.
• Step 3: Register for the scheme with the help of the Anganwadi worker.

Documents Required

• Age proof (15-18 years).
• Address proof.
• Enrollment details.