YSR Sampoorna Poshana Plus Scheme 2025: Helping Pregnant Women and Children with Nutrition
The Andhra Pradesh government has started the YSR Sampoorna Poshana Plus Scheme to support pregnant women, breastfeeding mothers, and young children with good nutrition. This scheme aims to improve health and well-being by providing nutritious food and support to women and kids from low-income and backward communities. If you want to know about the scheme’s benefits, who can apply, and how to join, keep reading.
About AP Sampoorna Poshana Plus Scheme
The state government planned this scheme to benefit pregnant women, new mothers, and young children across Andhra Pradesh. The focus is on the 77 Tribal Mandals, with a special program for those living in plain areas. Nutritional support will be given through over 55,000 Anganwadi Centres, covering around 30 lakh women and children.
What Benefits Does YSR Sampoorna Poshana Plus Scheme Offer?
- Nutrition support to 27 lakh women and children through 47,287 Anganwadi centres.
- Monthly budget of Rs. 1,555 crores for nutritious meals.
- Rs. 850 per month for pregnant and breastfeeding women in plain areas.
- Rs. 350 per child, and Rs. 412 per young child for specialized nutritional programs.
- Support expanded to cover all eligible poor families, not just those with iron deficiency.
YSR Sampoorna Poshana Scheme Details
| Name | YSR Sampoorna Poshana Scheme |
| Launched By | CM Jagan Mohan Reddy |
| Benefits | Nutritious food support for pregnant women and children |
| Beneficiaries | Pregnant women, breastfeeding mothers, and children from marginalized families |
| Official Website | http://navasakam.ap.gov.in/ |
Food Support Plans Under the Scheme
| Category | Food Provided | Method | Monthly Cost Per Person |
|---|---|---|---|
| Children 6 to 36 months | One egg daily, 20 ml milk daily, 100 grams Balamrutham daily | Take-home ration | Rs. 600 |
| Children 36 to 72 months | Hot cooked meal for 25 days (rice, dal, oil, vegetables), one egg daily, 20 ml milk daily, sweets or biscuits | Food at Anganwadi centers | Rs. 560 |
| Pregnant and breastfeeding women | Hot cooked meal for 25 days (rice, dal, oil, vegetables), one egg daily, 200 ml milk daily, weekly take-home rations including millets, wheat flour, jaggery, and til laddu | Food at Anganwadi centers and take-home rations | Rs. 1062 |
Main Features of YSR Sampoorna Poshana Plus Scheme
- Nutrition support for 3 lakh tribal women and children via 8,320 Anganwadi centers covering 77 tribal mandals.
- Special nutritious meals for pregnant women and children from 6 months to 3 years.
- Children from 3 to 6 years receive eggs and milk daily.
- Monthly budget of Rs. 1100 for pregnant women and Rs. 553 for children in tribal areas.
- Total fund allocation is Rs. 308 crores for the scheme’s implementation.
Who Can Apply? Eligibility Criteria
- Only pregnant women and breastfeeding mothers living in Andhra Pradesh.
- Children between 6 months and 6 years can also benefit.
- Applicants should be from low-income or backward communities.
- Applicants must be residents (domicile holders) of Andhra Pradesh.
How to Enroll in YSR Sampoorna Poshana Plus Scheme?
- Anganwadi workers will survey local areas to list eligible beneficiaries.
- Pregnant women, breastfeeding mothers, and children up to 6 years will be registered.
- All details will be entered into the Common Application Software (CAS) for better tracking.
- Monthly growth tracking (height and weight) of children will be done at Anganwadi centers.
- Anganwadi workers will share health details with health workers (ASHA, ANM) and medical officers.
- Monthly weight monitoring for pregnant women will also be maintained in CAS.
- Beneficiaries will be taught how to use the provided nutritional supplements to make sure they benefit fully.
Regions Covered Under the Scheme
The scheme focuses on selected districts and mandals, mainly tribal and scheduled areas. Here’s a list of some main regions where beneficiaries are enrolled:
| District | Mandal | Category |
|---|---|---|
| Srikakulam | Veeraghattam | TSP |
| Srikakulam | Palakonda | TSP |
| Vizianagaram | Komarada | TSP |
| Visakhapatnam | Munchingput | Scheduled |
| East Godavari | Maredumilli | Scheduled |
| West Godavari | Jeelugumilli | Scheduled |
| Guntur | Macherla | TSP |
| Kurnool | Kothapalle | TSP |
These and many other mandals in Andhra Pradesh, specially designated as Tribal Sub Plan (TSP) or Scheduled areas, are covered to make sure benefits reach those who need it most.
This scheme plays an important role in improving the health of mothers and children by giving good food to those in need. If you or your family live in eligible areas and meet the criteria, you should visit your nearest Anganwadi center to learn more and join.