What this scheme offers
Losing a parent is hard enough for a child without it also becoming a financial crisis for whoever takes over raising them. Snehapoorvam ('with love'), running since 2005 under the Department of Social Justice and now administered through the Kerala Social Security Mission, gives BPL children in Kerala who've lost one or both parents ongoing financial support — aimed at keeping the child in school and properly cared for rather than the loss becoming an additional economic burden on relatives or guardians.
Who is eligible
- Child who has lost one or both parents, resident in Kerala.
- Belongs to a BPL family.
- Under 18 years of age.
- Being raised by a relative or guardian in Kerala.
Documents required
- Child's birth certificate
- Death certificate of the deceased parent(s)
- BPL card
- Aadhaar card (child and guardian)
- Bank account details of the guardian
How to apply
- Apply through your local Social Security Mission office, Gram Panchayat, or Anganwadi.
- Submit the child's birth certificate, the parent's death certificate, and BPL proof.
- The application is verified at the local level.
- Once approved, financial assistance is credited to the guardian's bank account.
- Renew or re-verify as required by the Mission to continue receiving support.