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The scheme aims to provide comprehensive support and protection to minor girl child victims under Section 4 & 6 of the POCSO Act, Section 376, 376-E of Indian Penal Code, particularly those who are pregnant or have experienced sexual assault or abuse.

The scheme is funded as a 100% centrally funded scheme under the Nirbhaya Fund and implemented by the States/UTs through the District Magistrate.

The scheme applies from the time of the report of the case and continues until the girl child turns 18 years old. After turning 18, further support may be provided under aftercare provisions until the age of 23.

Victims or those seeking assistance can contact designated helplines or women helplines, or reach out to relevant authorities such as the District Child Protection Officer or Child Welfare Committee.

Some key entitlements include safe accommodation, medical and health care, legal aid, counseling and mental health services, support for education and vocational training, and financial support such as compensation and insurance coverage.

Yes, the girl child victim will be provided with health insurance cover @ Rs. 5 Lakhs per year/- under PM-JAY.

In case the girl child victim does not want to continue with her pregnancy, then options available under the Medical Termination of Pregnancy (MTP) Act, 1961 and Juvenile Justice (Care and Protection) Act, 2015 will be explained to her with proper counselling.

The Child Welfare Committee informs the girl child about the process of surrender as per Section 35 of the Juvenile Justice (Care and Protection) Act, 2015 and provides counseling to help her make an informed decision.

The scheme provides for free legal aid/assistance from the panel of advocates at the District Legal Services Authority (DLSA) and assistance under the Scheme from the District Child Protection Officer if needed.

The scheme provides Flexi Funds for meeting unforeseen expenses at the district level.