Dulari Scheme 2024: The sex ratio in the Andaman and Nicobar Islands currently stands at 876 females for every 1000 males, below the national average of 940, as per the latest census. This statistic reflects the number of females per thousand males in the population. Comparing this to the 2001 census, there has been an improvement in the sex ratio, as it was recorded at 846 females per 1000 males back then. While the increase is a positive sign, the region still faces a gender imbalance, and efforts may be needed to address the factors contributing to this disparity.
Understanding and addressing issues related to gender equality, It was crucial for the overall well-being and development of the Andaman and Nicobar Islands that a scheme related to the same was launched. Therefore, the Dulari Scheme came into existence. In this article, we will talk about the Dulari scheme in detail.
What is the Dualri Scheme?
The Dulari Scheme is a welfare scheme for the girl child of the state. It was inaugurated on January 26, 2013, following an announcement by the Honorable Lieutenant Governor of the Andaman and Nicobar Islands. Subsequently, it gained approval from the Administration on February 4, 2013. This scheme was a must to curb female feticide. If given enough promotion, this scheme will help decrease the gender ratio gap between males and females. This scheme has been administered by the Department of Health Services, Andaman and Nicobar Islands.
Under this scheme, girls born on or after January 26, 2013, are eligible for benefits under the scheme for birth incentives. Additionally, girl children below the age of 13, who are not registered under the Planned Family Scheme (the old scheme), are also entitled to the benefits provided by this initiative. The financial assistance will help the girl not become a burden on the family. Also, the education will help her become independent in the future which can help her build her life the way she wants to.
It should be noted that the assistance will be Rs 3000 more if the birth is in the institute/Hospital than the home. Let’s talk about the scheme in detail.
| Dulari Scheme 2024 Key Highlights | |
| Dulari Scheme Launch Date | January 26, 2013, |
| Dulari Scheme Official Website | Dulari Official Website |
| Dulari Scheme Objective | To provide financial assistance to the girl child of the UT |
| Dulari Scheme Beneficaries | Girl Child of the Andaman and Nicobar Islands |
| Dulari Scheme Department | Department of Health Services |
| Dulari Scheme Financial Assistance | Rs 45,000 – Rs 48,000 |
| Dulari Scheme Age Limit | Girls born or after January 26, 2013 |
| Dulari Scheme Mode of Application | Offline/Online |
| Dulari Scheme Helpline Number | 03192-233331 |
Dulari Scheme Objective 2024
The Dulari Scheme, an initiative by the Government of India, aims to promote the birth of girl children and is effectively implemented as a planned scheme in the Andaman and Nicobar Islands. Introduced on January 26, 2013, in the A&N Islands, the scheme targets reducing the gap in the sex ratio to the replacement level of the Net Reproduction Rate (NRR), reaching 1 within ten years of implementation or earlier.
The successful implementation of the Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) for the Dulari Scheme has been achieved through an online mode.
The scheme’s objectives include narrowing the sex ratio gap, encouraging the birth of girl children, providing social security for newborn girls, supporting their education and marriage, promoting delayed marriage practices, and encouraging hospital delivery.
Under this scheme, benefits are available to girl children born on or after January 26, 2013, and those who have passed the 8th standard from the academic session of 2012-2013 onwards are eligible for education incentives under this program.
Source : Andaman and Nicobar Island
Dulari Scheme Benefits 2024
The Dulari Scheme offers numerous benefits at various stages, providing monetary support from birth to the completion of studies. As outlined earlier, the scheme promotes hospital deliveries, offering an additional Rs 3000 for opting for institutional delivery, ensuring enhanced well-being for both the mother and the child. Furthermore, the program encourages the postponement of marriage, rewarding individuals with an extra Rs 5,000 if they choose to marry after the age of 25. Here is a comprehensive list of the benefits available through this initiative.
| Benefits at Birth | Amount |
| Institution delivery Home delivery | 8,000/- 5,000/- |
| Benefits on passing 8th Standard | 5,000/- |
| Benefits on passing 10th Std. | 10,000/- |
| Benefits on passing 12th Std. | 10,000/- |
| Benefits on getting married at the age of 21 years Benefits on getting married after the age of 25 years | 5,000/- 10,000/- |
- The incentive is provided to individuals born on or after October 1, 2013, and others based on specific criteria.
- Girl children aged 0-13, born before the commencement of the Dulari Scheme and not included in the Planned Family Scheme, will only receive educational incentives after completing the eighth grade.
- This amount will be determined and held in a bank account, and withdrawals are restricted until the girl child reaches the age of 18 or according to any regulations established by the A&N Administration.
Dulari Scheme Termination of Benefits:
- Benefits will be discontinued if either the parent or beneficiary provides false or misleading statements/certificates.
- No additional benefits will be provided if the child gets married at an early age, i.e., before reaching 21 years.
- In the event of the girl dropping out of school, further benefits will only be extended for educational purposes.
- Suppose the child passes away for any reason before reaching the stipulated age for incentive disbursement. In that case, the Department of Health Services (DHS) may issue an order for the premature closure of the deposit. The applicable amount may then be provided to the parents.
Dulari Scheme Eligibility Criteria 2024
- You must be a permanent resident of Andaman and Nicobar Islands.
- You must be born on or after October 01, 2013.
- Those who have passed the 8th standard from the academic session of 2012-2013 onwards are eligible for education incentives under this program.
- You must have the birth certificate of the girl child.
- You must have a bona fide certificate from the school or a school leaving certificate.
- In case of marriage assistance, you must have an attested copy of the Marriage Registration Certificate or a certificate from an Executive Magistrate.
Dulari Scheme Documents Required 2024
- Submit two completed Registration Forms.
- Provide two colored passport-sized photographs of the Parent(s).
- Furnish two attested copies of the Child’s Birth Certificate from the Registrar of Births and Deaths.
- Include two attested copies of the Islands Identity card, domicile certificate, or other relevant documents for proof of residency.
- Present two attested copies of the Ration Card as proof of address and parent identity. Additionally, provide two attested copies of the bonafide certificate from the school or school leaving certificate.
- Include two attested copies of the Mark sheet for the tenth or twelfth standard pass.
- Attach an attested copy of the Marriage Registration Certificate or a certificate from an Executive Magistrate.
Note: The registering authority must verify all original copies of testimonials during the registration process for the girl child, ensuring authenticity at every step of granting incentives.
Dulari Scheme Registration 2024
The Dulari Scheme application process is now available online. The Dulari Scheme complete application process is provided in the list below. It is advised to follow the step-by-step process to apply for the scheme.
- Visit the e-services website of the Andaman and Nicobar Islands
- Now scroll down and look for the “Health and Services Department”
- There in the list, you will find “Dulari Scheme Registration”. Click on that.
- After that, you will be redirected to the Service Portal, where you have to log in using your credentials.
- If you haven’t registered on the portal, do it by clicking on “Register Here”, where you have to enter your Mobile Number, Email ID, and other details.
- After that login again with your Username and Password.
- An online Dulari Scheme Online Registration Form will be displayed on the screen.
- After completing the form and attesting/uploading the required documents you can click on the Submit button.
- Your online registration process for the Dulari Scheme is completed.
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Contacts
Directorate of Health Services,
Andaman and Nicobar Administration,
Port Blair – 744101.
E-mail ID:[email protected]
03192-233331
OR
Dulari Cell’ functioning at OPD Complex
Room No.57, G.B Pant Hospital, Port Blair,
Phone no. 03192-234570 & 9434293161
Dulari Scheme FAQs
What is the Dulari Scheme?
The Dulari Scheme is a welfare scheme for the girl child of the state. It was inaugurated on January 26, 2013. Under this scheme, girls born on or after January 26, 2013, are eligible for benefits under the scheme for birth incentives. Additionally, girl children below the age of 13, who are not registered under the Planned Family Scheme (the old scheme), are also entitled to the benefits provided by this initiative.
How much amount will be disbursed under the Dulari Scheme?
A maximum amount of around Rs 43,000 will be deposited in the name of the girl child.
Is there any age limit for the scheme?
Yes. Girls born after October 01, 2013, are eligible for the maximum amount of the scheme. However, girls who studied in the 8th class during 2012-13 can also benefit from the scheme.
Is there any income limit applied to this scheme?
No, there is no income limit specified in the scheme.
What are the documents required to apply for the Dulari Scheme?
2 completed Registration Forms.
Two colored passport-sized photographs of the Parent(s).
Furnish two attested copies of the Child’s Birth Certificate from the Registrar of Births and Deaths.
Two attested copies of the Islands Identity card, domicile certificate, or other relevant documents for proof of residency.
Two attested copies of the Ration Card as proof of address and parent identity. Two attested copies of the bonafide certificate from the school or school leaving certificate.
Two attested copies of the Mark sheet for the tenth or twelfth standard pass.
An attested copy of the Marriage Registration Certificate or a certificate from an Executive Magistrate.
What are the eligibility criteria to apply for this scheme?
You must be a permanent resident of Andaman and Nicobar Islands.
You must be born on or after October 01, 2013.
Those who have passed the 8th standard from the academic session of 2012-2013 onwards are eligible for education incentives under this program.
You must have the birth certificate of the girl child.
Can I apply for the Dulari Scheme online?
Yes, you can apply for the scheme by simply visiting the Dulari Kanya Official website portal. You can check the complete application process in the article.
