IndiaPosted at: Jun 9 2026 7:55PM


Centre's maternity benefit scheme disburses Rs 20,150 crore to pregnant, lactating mothers

New Delhi, Jun 9 (UNI) The Ministry of Women and Child Development (MWCD) has reaffirmed its commitment to improving maternal and child health through the Pradhan Mantri Matru Vandana Yojana (PMMVY), a flagship maternity benefit programme that has supported over 4.27 crore women across the country since its launch in 2017.
The scheme, aimed at providing financial assistance to Pregnant Women and Lactating Mothers (PW&LM), promotes positive health-seeking behaviour, better nutrition, and institutional healthcare during pregnancy and childbirth.
In a statement issued here, the ministry stated that since its integration under the umbrella of Mission Shakti on April 1, 2022, PMMVY has undergone key reforms to enhance its reach and effectiveness. The scheme was streamlined from three instalments to two, while maternity benefits were extended to cover the second child if the child is a girl, reinforcing the government's commitment to gender equity.
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