Integrated Child Development Services Scheme

Integrated Child Development Services Scheme in Nagaland: Learn about the Integrated Child Development Services (ICDS) Scheme in Nagaland, including eligibility, benefits, and application process.

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Important Details – Integrated Child Development Services Scheme

Program Start	Number of Projects
1975	60
Location	11 Districts

Overview of the ICDS Scheme

Service	Details
Supplementary Nutrition	Provided to improve health and nutrition.
Health Check-Up	Regular health screenings.
Non-Formal Pre-School Education	Early education before formal schooling.
Immunization	Vaccinations to prevent diseases.
Nutrition & Health Education	Guidance on healthy eating and living.
Referral Services	Guidance to other health services if needed.

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Objectives of the ICDS Scheme

Objective	Description
Improve Health	Better health and nutrition for children aged 0-6 years.
Child Development	Support psychological, physical, and social growth.
Reduce Issues	Lower mortality, illness, malnutrition, and school dropouts.
Coordination	Work with different departments for child development.
Mother’s Capability	Improve mother’s ability to care for child’s health and nutrition.

Benefits of the ICDS Scheme

The ICDS Scheme provides the following six services:

Service	Description
Supplementary Nutrition	Additional food to improve health.
Immunization	Vaccines to protect against diseases.
Health Check-Up	Regular health examinations.
Referral Services	Help with finding other medical services.
Pre-School Education	Early learning activities for children.
Nutrition & Health Education	Information on healthy eating and living.

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Eligibility for the ICDS Scheme

Group	Eligibility
Children	Aged up to 6 years.
Pregnant Women	All pregnant women are eligible.
Lactating Mothers	All mothers who are breastfeeding.

Exclusions from the ICDS Scheme

Children above the age of 6 years are not eligible for this scheme.

Application Process

To apply for the ICDS Scheme, visit your nearest Anganwadi centre.

Document	Purpose
Aadhaar Card	Identity verification.
Passport Sized Photograph	For application records.
Proof of Age / DOB	Confirm age of child or applicant.
Proof of Address	Verify residency.

FAQ

Question	Answer
What is the ICDS Scheme?	The ICDS Scheme provides services like nutrition, health check-ups, and education to children and mothers.
When did the ICDS Scheme start in Nagaland?	The scheme began in 1975 in Nagaland.
How many projects are there?	There are 60 ICDS projects in Nagaland.
Who is eligible for the scheme?	Children up to 6 years old, pregnant women, and lactating mothers are eligible.
What services does the scheme offer?	The scheme offers supplementary nutrition, immunization, health check-ups, referral services, pre-school education, and nutrition education.
How can I apply for the scheme?	Visit the nearest Anganwadi centre to apply.

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