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How to Participate in National Deworming Day 2026

National Deworming Day - FREE Albendazole tablet for kids 1-19 years. February + August. School-based.

📁 Healthcare ⏱️ 5-10 mins 💰 Free

About This Guide

National Deworming Day (NDD) - 2-yearly mass drug administration. Free Albendazole 400mg tablet for all children 1-19 years. February + August. Schools (Pre-primary to 12th) + Anganwadi (1-5 years). Reduces parasitic worm infections + iron deficiency. By NHM. Mop-up Day for missed children.

Eligibility Criteria

Child 1-19 years
Indian resident
School/Anganwadi enrolled
Out-of-school also covered (mop-up)

Documents Required

Keep these documents ready before starting application. Missing documents = delayed approval.

Aadhaar (helpful)
School ID OR Anganwadi enrollment
MCP card
Mobile registered

Step-by-Step Application Process

Follow these steps in order. Each step is critical - skip none.

School Notification

Notice to parents 1 week prior.

Day of Distribution

February + August NDD.

School Visit

Doctor/Nurse visits.

Tablet Distribution

Single 400mg Albendazole.

Direct Observation

Teacher/AWW supervises tablet swallowing.

Anganwadi Distribution

For 1-5 years - smaller dose (200mg or 400mg).

Mop-up Day

Missed children - ASHA visits homes.

Out-of-School

Anganwadi serves them too.

Side Effects

Mild abdominal pain/nausea normal. Severe: PHC.

Health Education

Hygiene + nutrition counseling.

Key Benefits

100% FREE
17+ crore children/round
Pan-India
School-based system
Reduces parasitic worms
Iron deficiency reduces
Cognitive + physical growth
Mop-up coverage
Hygiene awareness
Safe Albendazole

What Happens After Application?

Effective immediately. Repeat every 6 months.

Frequently Asked Questions

Adult deworming?

NDD is 1-19 only. Adults: WHO recommends every 1-2 years if at risk. Buy at pharmacy.

Pregnant women?

NOT during NDD. ANC visits include separate deworming protocol.