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PM CARES for Children Scheme: What are its objectives and benefits?

What is PM Cares for Children Scheme? It is meant for the welfare of children who lost their parents to the Covid-19 pandemic. Here is all you need to know about it

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BS Web Team New Delhi

The central government launched the PM CARES for Children Scheme in May last year for the rehabilitation and education of children who lost their caregivers to Covid-19. Under the welfare scheme, the government provides scholarships, health insurance, and several other benefits to such children. Here are the objectives, benefits, and other details about the PM CARES for Children Scheme.

What is the PM Cares for Children Scheme?

The PM Cares for Children Scheme was launched by Narendra Modi on May 29, 2021. The Ministry of Women and Child Development (MoWCD) is responsible for executing and implementing the scheme, in collaboration