Integrated Child Development Services
The Integrated Child Development Services scheme in Chandigarh offers health and nutrition services for young children and mothers.
Key facts
| Services | Supplementary nutrition, immunization, health check-ups, referral, pre-school education, and health & nutrition education |
|---|---|
| Who | Children aged 0–6 years, pregnant women and lactating (nursing) mothers in Chandigarh |
| Where | Your nearest Anganwadi centre |
| How to access | No application form — just visit the Anganwadi centre (carry Aadhaar for identification) |
| Cost | Free |
| Run by | Department of Social Welfare / Women & Child Development, Chandigarh |
| Application window | Services are available all year at the Anganwadi centre — there is no application window. Just visit and enrol the child / mother. |
Benefits
Beneficiaries receive various health and nutrition services, including supplementary nutrition, immunization, health check-ups, and pre-school education.
Full guide
What ICDS provides
The Integrated Child Development Services (ICDS) is India’s flagship programme for the health and development of young children, delivered in Chandigarh through the network of Anganwadi centres. Instead of a single benefit, it bundles a package of services for children under six and for pregnant and nursing mothers:
- Supplementary nutrition to fight malnutrition
- Immunization (with the health department)
- Regular health check-ups and referral to hospitals when needed
- Pre-school (non-formal) education for children aged 3–6
- Health and nutrition education for mothers
Who can benefit
The services are for young children and mothers in Chandigarh:
- Children aged 0 to 6 years
- Pregnant women
- Lactating (nursing) mothers
- The programme especially focuses on families from poorer households
How to access it
There is no form to fill or scheme to “apply” for. Simply visit your nearest Anganwadi centre and enrol the child or mother — carry your Aadhaar for identification. The Anganwadi worker records the details and the child or mother starts receiving the relevant services (nutrition, immunization days, check-ups and pre-school). If you do not know where your Anganwadi is, your local ASHA worker or ward office can tell you.
Documents you need
- Aadhaar card (for identification)
- The child’s birth details / age proof (helpful for the 0–6 services)
- Proof of residence in Chandigarh
Who can apply
- Age 0–6
- Resident of Chandigarh
- poor household
This scheme is available for children aged 0 to 6 years, pregnant women, and lactating mothers residing in Chandigarh. It primarily targets families from poor households.
Who is not eligible
- Children aged 6 years and above (the scheme is for the 0–6 age group)
- People who are not residents of Chandigarh
- (The scheme is universal within this group, with a focus on families from poorer households)
How to apply
There is no formal application process; beneficiaries can access services directly at local Anganwadi centers.
- Visit the nearest Anganwadi center in Chandigarh.
- Provide your Aadhar Card for identification.
- Access the available health and nutrition services.
Documents required
- Aadhar Card
Common problems and how to fix them
| Problem | What to do |
|---|---|
| Not sure where your Anganwadi is | Ask your local ASHA / Anganwadi worker or the ward office for the nearest Anganwadi centre — every locality is mapped to one. |
| Child missed immunization | Immunization is one of the ICDS services delivered at the Anganwadi in coordination with the health centre. Take the child to the Anganwadi on the immunization day, or to the nearest health centre. |
| Not receiving supplementary nutrition | Confirm the child / mother is enrolled at the Anganwadi and attendance is recorded; raise it with the Anganwadi worker or the supervisor (CDPO office) if it is missed. |
| Asked for lots of documents | There is no formal application — Aadhaar is used for identification. If you are asked for more, check with the CDPO / supervisor. |
Frequently asked questions
Who can benefit from the ICDS scheme?
The ICDS scheme benefits children under 6 years, pregnant women, and lactating mothers in Chandigarh.
What services are provided under the ICDS scheme?
Services include supplementary nutrition, immunization, health check-ups, pre-school education, and health and nutrition education.
Is there an application process for this scheme?
No formal application is required; beneficiaries can directly visit Anganwadi centers to access services.
What document is needed to access the services?
An Aadhar Card is required for identification when visiting an Anganwadi center.
Are there any exclusions for eligibility?
The scheme primarily targets families from poor households, which may limit access for those not meeting this criterion.
Who can benefit from ICDS?
Children under 6 years, pregnant women and lactating mothers in Chandigarh.
What services are provided?
Supplementary nutrition, immunization, health check-ups, referral services, pre-school (non-formal) education, and health & nutrition education.
Is there an application process?
No — you simply visit the nearest Anganwadi centre. Aadhaar is used for identification.
Does it cost anything?
No, the services are free.
What is an Anganwadi centre?
It is the local ICDS centre where these nutrition, health and pre-school services are delivered.
Always confirm the latest details on the official portal before applying.
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