Odisha launches aid for children losing parents during pandemic
The Hindu
Under Ashirvad scheme, ₹2,500 will be deposited in accounts till age of 18
The Naveen Patnaik Government on Sunday launched a special scheme, ‘Ashirvad’ under which ₹2,500 will be given every month to children, who have lost both parents. A comprehensive package announced by the government will support orphans. Beneficiaries have been divided into three categories — children who have lost both parents, loss of a single parent or loss of the earning parent. “The State government is committed to providing a safe environment for holistic development of these children who need special care of the society,” said Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik here on Sunday.More Related News