CM to present govt scheme benefits directly to differently able children


Gandhinagar, 18 July 2014

Chief Minister Anandiben Patel will distribute Niramay health cards to 157 physically challenged children from 1061 anganwadis(kindergarten) of Gandhinagar district on 19 July in Gandhinagar.

With this card, children having 40% or more physical disadvantage will be able to get treatment upto Rs. one lakh in any prescribed medical facility.

Mentally retired, cerebral palsi and autism patients are covered under the scheme by Government of India which is partnered by Government of Gujarat.

Chief Minister will also present benefit of monthly Rs. 200 pension to four children with 80% physical disadvantage under other government schemes.

56 differently able children will be given calipers, cp walkers, neck belt in this function.