NEW DELHI: (Aug 4) Over 4 crore women across India have received at least one installment of maternity benefits under the Pradhan Mantri Matru Vandana Yojana (PMMVY), with total disbursements crossing Rs 19,028 crore, the Ministry of Women and Child Development said on Monday.
The ministry, in a statement , called it a reflection of the government’s “sustained commitment to maternal and child health” as it announced the extension of a special registration drive under the scheme till August 15.
The ongoing door-to-door campaign, led by Anganwadi and ASHA workers, aims to ensure that all eligible pregnant and lactating women are enrolled on time. “The campaign is not only about ensuring access to financial benefits but also about encouraging positive attitudes towards the girl child,” the ministry said in its
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