Social Welfare & Benefits
Women Empowerment — Schemes, Safety & Benefits
The Ministry of Women and Child Development implements schemes for women's safety, education, and empowerment. Key programs: Beti Bachao Beti Padhao, Poshan Abhiyan, Mahila Shakti Kendra, One Stop Centers (Sakhi), and SWADHAR Greh.
Go to wcd.nic.in for information on all women welfare schemes.
For nutrition (ICDS, Poshan Abhiyan), contact nearest Anganwadi center.
For domestic violence, contact nearest Sakhi OSC. Toll-free: 181.
Women entrepreneurs can sell products on Mahila E-Haat digital marketplace.
Apply for scholarships and SHG loans at district WCD office.
BBBP scheme focuses on saving and educating the girl child in districts with low child sex ratio. Implemented in 640 districts.
Tax-saving scheme for girl child under 10 years at 8.2% interest. Available at post offices and banks.
Call 181 for Sakhi One Stop Center — free shelter, legal aid, medical help, and counseling.
Most services are free
181 (Women Helpline) | 1091 (Police)