The Asraya project, supported by the State Government, was tried in 179 Gram Panchayats in the year 2001. The State Government’s assistance provided the much needed support to local governments to take up the implementation of the project.
Besides the 9-point index, another 8 points that lead to destitution are also included in the index for destitute families. The individual needs of the family are identified through a participatory need assessment, involving the Community Based Organisations (CBO) members, the elected representatives and Kudumbashree.
Addressing Deprivations
The project envisages addressing the various deprivations faced by the destitute families. The 8 point index includes criteria such as lack of more than two full meals a day, health problems including chronic illness, treatment for life threatening diseases, pension, educational facilities to children, land for home, shelter and....
