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Dudh Sanjivani Yojana Gujarat

Daily 200 ml of free fortified, pasteurized flavored milk for children in Anganwadis and primary schools in tribal blocks.

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Official Nodal Portal:tribal.gujarat.gov.in

Quick Eligibility Snapshot

👤 Age 3–14 yrs💰 No income ceiling⚖ All genders🏛 All categories📍 Gujarat
Government Levelstate Government
Administering BodyDepartment of Social Welfare, Government of Gujarat
Beneficiary Sector
Applicable Jurisdiction

₹Benefits & Entitlement Breakdown

Combats childhood malnutrition and anemia by distributing 200 ml of double-toned, pasteurized, vitamin A and D fortified milk 5 days a week to children aged 3 to 6 in Anganwadis and students of Classes 1 to 8 in primary schools across 53 tribal talukas.

📊Budget Allocation & Beneficiary Reach

Fiscal Budget Allocation

₹145 Crore annual nutritional intervention allocation

Official Budget Document ↗
Verified Beneficiary Reach

Over 14 Lakh tribal children receive daily fortified milk

As of: 2026-01-20PIB / Official Citation ↗

Verified Eligibility Criteria

Age Requirement:3 to 14 years
Annual Family Income Ceiling:No gross income ceiling specified
Target Occupations:student, child, preschooler
Eligible Gender:all
Social Category / Reservation:ST, all
Specific Operational Conditions & Exclusions:

Child enrolled in an Anganwadi centre or government primary school in designated tribal and developing talukas in Gujarat.

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Required Documents Checklist

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Application Effort & Process Friction

Readiness assessment derived from official prerequisites, mandatory documentation, and submission channels.

Moderate Process (3/10)
•100% digital online application process
•1 mandatory document required

Effort scores reflect portal accessibility, mandatory document burden, and physical verification requirements.

How to Apply

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Government Application Safety Advisory:Application for this welfare program is processed exclusively on official government infrastructure (tribal.gujarat.gov.in). Never pay registration charges or advance processing fees to unauthorized third-party agents. Central and State welfare scheme applications do not require paying private intermediaries.
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    Enrolled children in Anganwadi Centres and government primary schools in tribal talukas receive milk automatically.

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    Dairy cooperatives (Amul/GCMMF network) supply fresh packaged milk daily directly to schools.

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    Daily consumption tracked by Anganwadi workers and School Health Teams.

✅Before You Begin — Pre-Application Checklist

✓Ensure Aadhaar is linked with active mobile number
✓Bank account is NPCI-mapped (Aadhaar-seeded) for DBT
✓Check if you already receive a similar Central scheme benefit
✓Keep documents ready: income/caste/domicile certificates as applicable

⚠️Common Rejection Reasons — Avoid These

Non-tribal area or non-enrolled child.

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You will be redirected to the secure official portal: tribal.gujarat.gov.in

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Frequently Asked Questions (Officially Sourced)

Verified answers sourced directly from official circulars, gazettes, and portal FAQs. Never AI-invented.

Which districts are covered under Dudh Sanjivani Yojana?

Banaskantha, Sabarkantha, Aravalli, Dahod, Panchmahal, Chhotaudepur, Narmada, Bharuch, Surat, Tapi, Navsari, Valsad, and Dang.

Source: Official Scheme FAQ ↗

What micronutrients are added to the milk?

Vitamin A and Vitamin D3 are fortified to prevent childhood blindness, bone rickets, and stunting.

Source: Official Scheme FAQ ↗

Who processes and supplies the milk?

Local district cooperative milk producer unions under Gujarat Co-operative Milk Marketing Federation (Amul).

Source: Official Scheme FAQ ↗

Who is eligible to apply for Dudh Sanjivani Yojana Gujarat?

Eligible applicants must satisfy official government criteria for Dudh Sanjivani Yojana Gujarat. Age: min 3 max 14 years. Conditions: Child enrolled in an Anganwadi centre or government primary school in designated tribal and developing talukas in Gujarat..

Source: Official Scheme FAQ ↗

Can I track my Dudh Sanjivani Yojana Gujarat application status?

Application status for Dudh Sanjivani Yojana Gujarat can typically be tracked through the official portal at tribal.gujarat.gov.in using your Aadhaar number, application reference number, or registered mobile number. Alternatively, contact the scheme helpline or visit your nearest Common Service Centre (CSC).

What should I do if my Dudh Sanjivani Yojana Gujarat payment is delayed or rejected?

First, verify your Aadhaar-bank account seeding status on the NPCI mapper (npci.org.in). If seeding is confirmed and payment is still pending, register a complaint on the Central Public Grievance Redressal System at pgportal.gov.in. You may also file an RTI application at rtionline.gov.in to obtain official rejection reasons within 30 days.

Is there an income tax implication for receiving Dudh Sanjivani Yojana Gujarat benefits?

Agricultural income and certain welfare subsidies may be exempt from income tax under Section 10 of the Income Tax Act, 1961. Tax treatment varies by scheme type and beneficiary income level. Consult a certified tax practitioner or visit incometax.gov.in for scheme-specific tax guidance.

Common Rejection Reasons & Warnings

Non-tribal area or non-enrolled child.

Editorial Verification & Change Log

Scheme verification and change history
DateFieldDescription / UpdateSource Citation
2026-10-18scheme_typestateOfficial Source ↗
2026-10-06ministry_id182Official Source ↗
2026-09-26initial_verificationBaseline verification of Dudh Sanjivani Yojana Gujarat guidelines, benefits, and portal integration.Official Source ↗

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Application Window & Deadlines

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Scheme Intelligence

How is this calculated? ↗
Data ConfidenceVerified (95%)

Verified 23d ago from official source

Access FrictionModerate Process

Requires documentation or office visit

How to Apply🏢In-Person / Office
Scale & Impact
👥Over 14 Lakh tribal children receive daily fortified milk (as of 2026-01-20)
₹₹145 Crore annual nutritional intervention allocation budget allocation
📅Running since 2006
🔄3 verified updates — actively maintained

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📅Scheme Milestone Timeline

2026-10-18scheme_type

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2026-10-06ministry_id

182

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2026-09-26initial_verification

Baseline verification of Dudh Sanjivani Yojana Gujarat guidelines, benefits, and...

Official Source ↗
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Official Helpline & Nodal Offices

Tribal Development Department, Gujarat

Block No. 8, 2nd Floor, New Sachivalaya, Gandhinagar 382010

Helpline: 079-23251950

Jurisdiction: State (Gujarat)

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