The 'Nikshay Poshan Yojana' under NTEP provides a direct benefit transfer of ₹500/month to TB patients. This amount is given for:

• A Only the first 2 months of intensive phase
• B First 6 months irrespective of treatment outcome
• C Until the patient's monthly income exceeds ₹10,000
• D Duration of the entire treatment course ✓

Explanation

Nikshay Poshan Yojana, launched in 2018, provides ₹500 per month as nutritional support to all notified TB patients for the entire duration of their treatment — 6 months for drug-susceptible TB, and extended for drug-resistant TB (up to 18–24 months). The scheme uses Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) into the patient's bank account or post office account. It is not restricted to any phase of treatment or income criteria, as nutritional deficiency is a significant risk factor for TB treatment failure.

Reference: Park's Textbook of Preventive and Social Medicine, 27th ed.

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