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Delhi Government Launches Aftercare Scheme for Orphaned Children
Mother's Day gift: Delhi govt to implement aftercare scheme for orphaned children
Hindustan Times
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On Mother's Day, Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta announced the 'Aftercare Scheme' aimed at supporting orphaned children transitioning to adulthood. The initiative, backed by a budget allocation of ₹3.5 crore for 2026-27, focuses on education, vocational training, and employment opportunities to ensure these youth do not feel abandoned after leaving institutional care.
- 01The Aftercare Scheme supports orphaned children leaving institutional care in Delhi.
- 02A budget of ₹3.5 crore has been allocated for the scheme in 2026-27.
- 03Eligible beneficiaries will receive assistance for education, vocational training, and employment opportunities.
- 04The scheme aims to provide mentoring, counseling, and financial support to help youth transition to independent living.
- 05A State Aftercare Committee will oversee the implementation and monitoring of the scheme.
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Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta announced the launch of the 'Aftercare Scheme' on Mother's Day, designed to support children leaving institutional care upon turning 18. With an allocation of ₹3.5 crore in the 2026-27 budget, the scheme will provide assistance for higher education, vocational training, and employment opportunities. Gupta emphasized that no child should feel alone, and the government is committed to ensuring that young adults receive the necessary support for a dignified and self-reliant future. The initiative will include mentoring, counseling, and financial stipends, with beneficiaries identified through need-based assessments. A State Aftercare Committee will be formed to oversee the policy's implementation, while district committees will assess individual needs and recommend support. The scheme aims to address the challenges faced by the approximately 150 to 200 young people who leave Child Care Institutions (CCIs) each year, helping them transition into independent living successfully.
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The Aftercare Scheme will provide essential support to orphaned youth in Delhi, helping them navigate the challenges of adulthood and reducing the risk of abandonment and hardship.
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