Arogya Lakshmi
Arogya Lakshmi provides nutritious meals to pregnant and lactating women and children under six in Telangana.
Benefits
Beneficiaries receive one nutritious meal daily, along with iron and folic acid supplements. Children also receive additional food items like eggs and fortified weaning food.
Who can apply
- Age up to 6
- Women / girls only
- Resident of Telangana
- not income tax payer
- no government employee in family
- poor household
Eligible applicants include pregnant and lactating women and children under six years of age residing in Telangana. Key exclusions are non-pregnant women, children over six years, and families with income tax payers or government employees.
How to apply
Applications can be submitted at local Anganwadi centers.
- Visit the nearest Anganwadi center.
- Request the Arogya Lakshmi application form.
- Complete the application form with required details.
- Attach necessary documents such as Aadhar and ration cards.
- Submit the completed form at the Anganwadi center.
Documents required
- Aadhar Card
- Ration card
- Proof of age
- Proof of income
- Passport size photograph
- Mobile number
Frequently asked questions
What is the age limit for children to qualify for this scheme?
Children aged between 7 months and 6 years are eligible for the Arogya Lakshmi scheme.
What benefits do children receive under this scheme?
Children aged 7 months to 3 years receive 16 eggs per month and those aged 3 to 6 years receive one egg daily along with other nutritious food.
What documents are required to apply for the Arogya Lakshmi scheme?
Applicants need to provide an Aadhar card, ration card, proof of age, proof of income, a passport-sized photograph, and a mobile number.
Can non-pregnant women apply for this scheme?
No, only pregnant and lactating women are eligible to apply for the Arogya Lakshmi scheme.
Where can I apply for the Arogya Lakshmi scheme?
Applications can be made at the nearest Anganwadi center in Telangana.
Source: myScheme (myscheme.gov.in) archived page via gov_myscheme dataset. Facts last verified on 2026-06-07.