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ICDS

Integrated Child Development Services (ICDS)

 ICDS was initially launched in 1975 in one block only. It has been expanded over the years and now covering all Blocks of the State. At the initiation, the criteria of Below Poverty Line (BPL) was considered for implementation of ICDS. However, in 2005 it was expanded to cover all habitations and areas in the entire State based on health and nutrition status of the beneficiaries instead of the BPL criteria. The scheme is implemented through 62153 Anganwadi Centres (AWCs) in the State.

The scheme is funded by Central and the State Government in the ratio 90:10 for general assistance and 90:10 for supplementary nutrition for all states of NE region. 

OBJECTIVES:

The main objectives of ICDS are:

  • To improve the nutritional and health status of children in the age group 0-6 years.
  • To lay the foundation for proper psychological, physical and social development of the child.
  • To reduce the incidence of mortality, morbidity, malnutrition and school drop- out rate.
  • To achieve effective coordinated policy and its implementation amongst the various departments to promote child development.
  • To enhance the capability of the mother to look after the normal health and nutritional needs of the child through proper nutrition and health education.