WB Kanyashree Prakalpa Track Application Status West Bengal

Organisation : Kanyashree Prakalpa
Facility : Track Application Status
Track Application Status here : http://www.wbkanyashree.gov.in/kp_track_status.php
Home Page : http://www.wbkanyashree.gov.in

How To Track Kanyashree Prakalpa Application Status?

i) Select Year
ii) Select Type of Scheme
iii) Enter Applicant Id
iv) Enter Date of Birth Click to select date (dd/mm/yyyy e.g. 29/11/1999)
v) Click on “Submit” Button

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Kanyashree Prakalpa Scheme Renewal/ Upgradation

What is Kanyashree Prakalp Scheme?

Kanyashree Prakalpa seeks to improve the status and wellbeing of girls, specifically those from socio-economically disadvantaged families through Conditional Cash Transfers by:

** Incentivizing them to continue in education for a longer period of time, and complete secondary or higher secondary education, or equivalent in technical or vocational steams, thereby giving them a better footing in both the economic and social spheres.

** Disincentivising marriage till at least the age of 18, the legal age of marriage, thereby reducing the risks of early pregnancies, associated risks of maternal and child mortality, and other debilitating health conditions, including those of malnutrition.

** It was also decided that the Scheme should confer more than just monetary support; it should be a means of financial inclusion and a tool of empowerment for adolescent girls. The scheme’s benefits are therefore paid directly to bank accounts in the girls’ names, leaving the decision of utilization of the money in their hands.

** To reinforce the positive impact of increased education and delayed marriages, the scheme also works to enhance the social power and self-esteem of girls through a targeted behaviour change communication strategy.

The communication strategy not only builds awareness of the scheme, but includes adolescent-friendly approaches like events, competitions and Kanyashree clubs, and the endorsement of strong women figures as role models to promote social and psychological empowerment.

As more and more girls remain in school, it is envisaged that they will use the opportunity to gain skills and knowledge that will help them become economically independent. Even if girls do get married soon after they turn 18, it is expected that their education and enhanced social and emotional development will give them a better foundation for in their adult lives.

And over time, as entire generations of women enter marriages only after they have some degree of economic independence, it is expected that the practice of child marriage is completely eradicated, and women will attain their right to health, education and socio-economic equality.

FAQ On Kanyashree Prakalp Scheme

What conditions do I need to fulfill to be eligible for Kanyashree Prakalpa?
While Kanyashrees Annual Scholarship of Rs. 750/- is for girls who are between the ages of 13 and 18 years, the one-time grant of Rs. 25,000/- is for girls who are between the ages of 18 and 19.

However, Kanyashree is NOT for ALL girls. Both the annual scholarship and the one-time grant are only for those girls who are :
** Residents of West Bengal AND
** Enrolled and regularly attending an educational institution AND
** Unmarried AND
** From families where the total income is not more than Rs. 1,20,000 per year.

However, girls who are specially-abled (with a disability of 40% or more) or are living in a Home registered under the Juvenile Justice Act, 2000, or have lost both parents, may apply for Kanyashree even if their familys income is more than Rs. 1,20,000 per year

Is there any other precondition before I apply?
** Yes. You must have a bank account openend in your own name and you should mention your name in the application form same as that exists in your bank account.

Features of Kanyashree Prakalpa Scheme

The Kanyashree Prakalpa Scheme is a conditional cash transfer (CCT) scheme launched by the Government of West Bengal in 2013. The scheme aims to empower girls by encouraging them to complete their education and delaying their marriage.

Here are some of the features of the Kanyashree Prakalpa Scheme:
** Conditional cash transfer: The scheme provides financial assistance to girls only if they meet certain conditions, such as staying in school and not getting married before the age of 18. This helps to ensure that the money is used for its intended purpose and that it has a positive impact on the lives of girls.
** Targeted at girls from poor families: The scheme is targeted at girls from poor families, who are more likely to drop out of school and get married early. This helps to level the playing field for girls from disadvantaged backgrounds and gives them the opportunity to reach their full potential.
** Widespread coverage: The scheme has been rolled out across West Bengal, reaching over 7 million girls. This makes it one of the largest CCT schemes in the world.
** High impact: The scheme has been credited with a significant decline in child marriage in West Bengal. It has also been shown to improve girls’ educational attainment and employment prospects.