New Delhi, Dec. 22 -- Applications for the Sthree Suraksha Scheme for unemployed women in Kerala opened today! The scheme was launched by the Kerala government before the state civic polls. However, it was able to be implemented since the Model Code of Conduct was in place, local media reported.

Now, the Principal Director of the Local Government Department announced last month that applications for the monthly pension under the Sthree Suraksha Scheme will be accepted from Monday, December 22, local media Mathrubhumi reported.

The government had issued an order on November 10, detailing the guidelines and norms related to the implementation of the scheme.

Here's all you need to know about the Sthree Suraksha Scheme for women in Kerala....