The Pradhan Mantri Matru Vandana Yojana, formerly known as the Indira Gandhi Matritva Sahyog Yojana, is a government of India initiative designed to provide maternity benefits. It was first introduced in 2010 and underwent a name change in 2017. The Ministry of Women and Child Development oversees this program.
Background of PMKVY
It’s a Maternity Benefit Program being implemented across the country per the 2013 National Food Security Act.
The direct benefit cash transfer is designed to help expectant mothers fulfil their increased nutritional needs while compensating them for lost wages while pregnant.
The scheme was announced on December 31, 2016. It is being implemented in all districts across the country as of January 1, 2017.
Objectives of PMKVY
To provide financial support to pregnant and lactating mothers to improve their nutritional status and well-being.
To reduce maternal and infant mortality rates.
To encourage institutional deliveries.
To promote exclusive breastfeeding for the first six months of life.
To improve the health and well-being of children under the age of six
Advantages of Pradhan Mantri Matru Vandana Yojana
Beneficiaries will receive a cash benefit of Rs. 5,000 in three instalments if they meet the following criteria.
It is important to register your pregnancy as soon as possible.
Examination of the mother during pregnancy
The birth of the child is registered, and the first immunization round for the family’s first living child is completed.
The Janani Suraksha Yojana also offers monetary benefits to those who qualify (JSY). As a result, a woman receives Rs. 6,000 on average.
The central and state governments employ the Pradhan Mantri Matru Vandana Yojana – Common Application Software to rigorously monitor the scheme’s implementation (PMKVY- CAS).
