NSPA Disburses Over MVR 17 Million to Single Guardians in Poverty

The National Social Protection Agency (NSPA) has disbursed more than MVR 17 million last month to people caring for children alone in poverty. According to statistics released by NSPA, the number of parents and guardians receiving financial assistance has reached 3,310, covering 5,666 children. A total of MVR 17,003,000 was disbursed to all recipients. The report also highlighted that 47 new guardians and 90 children were added to the registry last month. However, 60 guardians and 107 children were removed from the assistance list for various reasons. Under the relevant regulations, each guardian receives MVR 1,000 per child per month, with a maximum of MVR 36,000 per year. Reasons for stopping assistance include the guardian getting married, the child turning 18, or if assistance was granted while the child's parent was imprisoned and the parent is subsequently released. Assistance can also be suspended if the child changes island of residence or if the guardian lives with a separated spouse.