For queries, individuals can contact the Department of Women and Child Development at https://wcd.py.gov.in/contact-us.

Yes, the applicant should have continuous residence in Puducherry for not less than five years.

No, the annual family income should not exceed ₹24,000 for an applicant to be eligible.

Yes, applicants in Karaikal/Mahe/Yanam can contact the relevant Regional Administrator for grievance redressal.

The scheme applies only to girl children born after 1-4-2005; earlier births are not eligible.

Assistance is provided periodically, and the number of times depends on the availability of funds.

In case of delays, contact the Director, Department of Women and Child Development, Sithankudi, Pondicherry, or the relevant Regional Administrator.

For grievance redressal, visit https://wcd.py.gov.in/ta/central-public-grievance-redress-and-monitoring-system.

The girl child of the applicant should be born after 1-4-2005 to be eligible for assistance.

No, the applicant must be a native of Puducherry by birth or continuous residence of not less than five years.

The applicant's annual family income should not exceed ₹24,000 to qualify for the scheme.

Lactating mothers receive ₹1200 financial assistance, and the selection is periodical based on fund availability.

The scheme is administered by the Department of Women and Child Development, Government of Puducherry.