West Bengal

Last updated on Jun 1, 2022

This post gives information about the schemes for women and children that have been implemented by the Central and State Governments in West Bengal.

Schemes for victims of violence

Muktir Alo

Swawlamban

Ujjwala

Helplines

Welfare Schemes for Women

Rupashree Prakalpa

Poorna Shakti Kendra (PSK)

STEP

Schemes by State Governments for Girl Child

West Bengal Kanyashree Prakalpa

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