West Bengal Shishu Sathi Scheme has been flagged off on 21.08.2013 funding by West Bengal Govt for surgery of children with cardiac problems up to the age of 18 years. Stressing that a “healthy heart is essential for a healthy body”, West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee said Saturday her government, under its ‘Shishu Sathi’ scheme, has been funding surgery of children with cardiac problems Source
Sishu Saathi Scheme has been launched to provide free of cost surgery to children (up to the age of 18 years) for treatment of Congenital Cardiac Diseases, Cleft Lip/Palate and Club Foot. Since its inception, more than 13 thousand children have benefitted out of this programme
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What is West Bengal Shishu Sathi Scheme?
West Bengal Shishu Sathi Scheme is a free medical treatment Scheme has launched by WB govt for children who needs heart surgeries, irrespective of how rich or poor the parents are. Children of 0 to 18 years, suffering from heart disease can be benefited irrespective of any income bar.
Overview of Shishu Sathi Scheme
Name of the scheme | What is West Bengal Shishu Sathi Scheme |
Concerned Department | Govt. of West Bengal |
Launched year | 2013 |
Beneficiaries | Children with heart diseases |
Age Limit | Up to 18 years |
Objective | Free heart treatment for children |
Mode of application | Offline |

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What is the Objective of Shishu Sathi Scheme
The main objective of the Shishu Sathi Scheme is to provide free treatment to children 0 to 18 years, who are suffering from different heart diseases and need heart surgeries. This scheme is free for all irrespective of how rich or poor parents are in the state of West Bengal.
Surgeries for ailments like congenital cataracts, cleft lips and cleft palates would soon be brought under the Sishu Saathi Scheme.
How to Apply for West Bengal Shishu Sathi Scheme
You may contact to bellow mentioned office to apply West Bengal Shishu Sathi Scheme:
- DFWO in Kolkata
- DFWO in Kolkata
- CMOH of the district
What are the Features of the Shishu Sathi Scheme
With the following steps can elaborate What Are the Features of the Shishu Sathi Scheme:
- The State Govt conducts health tests in government schools to detect heart ailments.
- The State Govt provides free cardiac surgery for children up to 18 years suffering from heart ailments.
- All children are eligible irrespective of family income.
- All expenses are borne by the State Government.
List of Hospitals Covering West Bengal Shishu Sathi Scheme
The Following Hospital will give the benefit of the Shishu Sathi Scheme according to information provided by West Bengal Government
- BM Birla Heart Research Centre, Kolkata.
- RN Tagore Institute of Cardiac Sciences, Kolkata.
- Mission Hospital, Durgapur
- Seth SukhlalKarnani Memorial Hospital
- B.C. Roy Memorial Hospital for Children
- R.G. Kar Medical College and Hospital
Contact Details of Shishu Sathi Scheme
CMOH of the district/ BMOH in the block level/ DFWO in Kolkata
Overview of Shishu Sathi Scheme
Name of the scheme | What is West Bengal Shishu Sathi Scheme |
Concerned Department | Govt. of West Bengal |
Launched year | 2013 |
Beneficiaries | Children with heart diseases |
Age Limit | Up to 18 years |
Objective | Free heart treatment for children |
Mode of application | Offline |
See all other West Bengal Government Scheme
What is the Objective of Shishu Sathi Scheme
The main objective of the Shishu Sathi Scheme is to provide free treatment to children 0 to 18 years, who are suffering from different heart diseases and need heart surgeries. This scheme is free for all irrespective of how rich or poor parents are in the state of West Bengal.
Surgeries for ailments like congenital cataracts, cleft lips and cleft palates would soon be brought under the Sishu Saathi Scheme.
How to Apply for West Bengal Shishu Sathi Scheme
You may contact to bellow mentioned office to apply West Bengal Shishu Sathi Scheme:
- DFWO in Kolkata
- DFWO in Kolkata
- CMOH of the district
What are the Features of the Shishu Sathi Scheme
With the following steps can elaborate What Are the Features of the Shishu Sathi Scheme:
- The State Govt conducts health tests in government schools to detect heart ailments.
- The State Govt provides free cardiac surgery for children up to 18 years suffering from heart ailments.
- All children are eligible irrespective of family income.
- All expenses are borne by the State Government.
List of Hospitals Covering West Bengal Shishu Sathi Scheme
The Following Hospital will give the benefit of the Shishu Sathi Scheme according to information provided by West Bengal Government
- BM Birla Heart Research Centre, Kolkata.
- RN Tagore Institute of Cardiac Sciences, Kolkata.
- Mission Hospital, Durgapur
- Seth SukhlalKarnani Memorial Hospital
- B.C. Roy Memorial Hospital for Children
- R.G. Kar Medical College and Hospital
Contact Details of Shishu Sathi Scheme
CMOH of the district/ BMOH in the block level/ DFWO in Kolkata
FAQ of Shishu Sathi Scheme
Which disease will cover under Shishu Sathi Scheme
Heart-related diseases. Surgeries for ailments like congenital cataract, cleft lips and cleft palates would soon be brought under the Sishu Saathi Scheme.
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- Aikyashree Scholarship Scheme
- Akanksha Scheme
- Amar-Fasal, Amar-Gola Scheme
- Anandadhara Scheme
- Gatidhara Schem
- Geetanjali Scheme
- Jal Dharo Jal Bharo Scheme
- Kanyashree Scheme
- Karmashree Scheme
- Karmatirtha Scheme
- Lokprasar Prakalpo Scheme
- Madhur Sneha Scheme
- Matir Katha Scheme
- Muktidhara Scheme
- Nijo Griha Nijo Bhum Scheme
- Nirmal Bangla Scheme
- Pathasath Scheme
- Pran Dhara Scheme
- Pratyasha
- Sabar Ghare Alo
- Sabooj Sathi
- Samajik Mukti
- Sech Bandhu
- Shikshashree
- Shilpa Sathi
- Sufal Bangla
- Yuvasree
- West Bengal Student Credit Card
- Lakshmir Bhandar
- Utsashree
- Duare Sarkar
- Duare Tran
- 100 Diner Kaaj
- Swasthya Sathi
- West Bengal Health Scheme
- Krishak Bandhu
- Khadya Sathi
- Rupashree
- Bardhoka Bhata
- Protibondi Bhata
- Bidhoba Bhata
- Jai Johar and Taposili Bandhu
- Manabik Pension Scheme
- Joy bangla