AP Balika Samrakshana Scheme 2025 : When Will the Girl Child Protection Funds Be Released ? Girl
The Andhra Pradesh Balika Samrakshana Scheme (Girl Child Protection Scheme), launched in 2005 during the tenure of late Chief Minister Y. S. Rajasekhar Reddy, was introduced with the vision of securing the future of girl children in the state. The scheme is considered a milestone in women’s welfare as it not only offered financial assistance but also emphasized the importance of family planning, education, and long-term security.Now, in 2025, lakhs of families are still waiting for the benefits. With more than 4.39 lakh pending beneficiaries, the question everyone is asking is: When will the funds finally be released?
What is the AP Balika Samrakshana Scheme?
The scheme was designed to encourage families to support girl children and their education. It provided financial bonds in partnership with LIC, which would mature after 18 years.
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If a family had one girl child, she was promised ₹1,00,000 after maturity.
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If a family had two girl children, each child was entitled to ₹30,000.
Apart from this, the scheme also included:
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Scholarship of ₹1,200 per year from Class 9 to Intermediate.
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Insurance benefits in case of the unfortunate death of the parents.
The idea was to create a financial guarantee for girl children, reduce dropout rates, and encourage families to educate and secure the future of their daughters.
Why Are Funds Delayed?
Even though many of the LIC bonds have matured, several beneficiaries still haven’t received their money. The primary reason is the division of the united Andhra Pradesh in 2014.
When the state was bifurcated into Andhra Pradesh and Telangana, several welfare schemes, including the Balika Samrakshana Scheme, remained undivided. This created confusion over fund allocation and responsibility between the two states.
As a result, thousands of families who were expecting timely financial assistance are still waiting, despite completing all requirements.
Current Situation: Over 4 Lakh Beneficiaries Awaiting
According to official data, there are 4,39,943 pending beneficiaries under this scheme. Many of them have already crossed the maturity period of 18 years but haven’t received the promised amount.This delay has led to frustration among families, especially in rural areas, where the money was seen as a lifeline for higher education, marriage support, or family security. Opposition leaders and affected families have been urging the government to prioritize this issue.
Government Response
Recently, State Child and Tribal Welfare Minister Sandhya Rani addressed the concerns in the Assembly. She admitted that funds have been delayed due to the bifurcation issue and assured that the government is actively working to resolve the matter.
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The Andhra Pradesh and Telangana governments are expected to hold a joint meeting soon to finalize the division of responsibility.
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Once clarity is achieved, the pending funds will be released to the eligible beneficiaries.
This assurance has given some hope to families, but the demand is growing stronger for immediate action instead of prolonged discussions.
Why the Scheme Matters Today
The Balika Samrakshana Scheme is more than just a financial payout. It was built as a comprehensive welfare package for girl children:
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Encourages families to accept and support daughters.
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Provides financial security for the girl’s future.
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Assists in covering education costs during teenage years.
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Offers insurance coverage in case of parental loss.
In today’s context, where the cost of higher education and living expenses is rising, the delayed payments are putting many families under pressure.
Expectations of the People
Beneficiaries and their families are demanding:
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Immediate release of matured funds without further delay.
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A clear policy decision on which state is responsible for pending claims.
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Inclusion of pending beneficiaries in upcoming welfare budgets.
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Transparency on how and when payments will be made.
The scheme represents not just money, but also the trust of lakhs of families in government promises.
Conclusion
The AP Balika Samrakshana Scheme, once considered a visionary welfare program, has unfortunately become a waiting game for lakhs of families. While the government has promised to resolve the issue, time is running out for many beneficiaries who have already crossed the 18-year mark.
The scheme was launched to secure the future of girls, but delays in fund distribution are undermining its very purpose. People across the state are now watching closely to see when the government will act decisively.