The Chhattisgarh government has introduced one more service under the Mukhyamantri Mitan Yojana: free Aadhar cards for children up to 5 years of age.
Chief Minister Bhupesh Baghel announced this at the Rajyotsava function on Tuesday.
In view of the success of the Mitan scheme, the new provision took effect from November 1.
Accordingly, Aadhaar cards of children up to 5 years will be delivered at home on call. People can book appointments by calling toll free number 14545.
Depending on the date and time given by the applicant, a Mitan will visit go to the child's home and fill up details for the Aadhaar card.
Within few days, the child's Aadhaar card will be delivered to the address.
The card is necessary to avail the benefits of various government schemes.
It also serves as a digital photo identity card for children. Aadhar card is also needed to issue passport, PAN card and bank account.
The Mukhyamantri Mitan Yojana has been started in 14 municipal corporations and it will be expanded to all the urban bodies.
Under the scheme, essential services such as issue of birth, death, marriage, caste and domicile certificates are provided to beneficiaries at their home.