Assam CM announces Rs 3,500 per month, laptops for children orphaned by Covid-19

Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on Saturday announced a scheme to provide relief to children who have lost both their parents due to Covid-19. This includes financial aid of Rs 3,500 per month and laptops/tablets for children.

Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on Saturday announced the Mukhyamantri Sishu Sewa Achoni scheme which will provide relief to children who have lost their parents due to Covid-19. #CMShishuSevaScheme ~ ThreadOn the eve of completion of 7 yrs of Hon PM Sri @narendramodi led NDA Govt, Government of Assam has launched 'Chief Minister Sishu Seva Scheme' to take care of children who have lost their parents due to #COVID19. 1/6@PMOIndia @smritiirani pic.twitter.com/551m5diASx As per this scheme, those children who have lost both their parents and are being looked after by their extended family members will be entitled to Rs 3,500 financial aid per month. Children below the age of 10 years without any family support will be provided shelter at child care institutions. They will have access to the required education facilities.