Steps Taken for the Care, Nutrition and Welfare of Pregnant Women

The PIB release outlines the Government’s suite of maternal‑health initiatives under the National Health Mission. Janani Shishu Suraksha Karyakram (JSSK) guarantees completely free delivery—including caesarean sections—along with free drugs, diagnostics, diet, transport and blood transfusion for pregnant women in public facilities. Pradhan Mantri Surakshit Matritva Abhiyan (PMSMA) provides a fixed‑day, specialist‑led antenatal check‑up each month, with an extended version for high‑risk pregnancies. Pradhan Mantri Matru Vandana Yojana (PMMVY) delivers cash benefits of ₹5,000 (₹6,000 after delivery) for the first child and ₹6,000 for a second‑child girl. Mission Saksham Anganwadi and Poshan 2.0 supplies supplementary nutrition to pregnant and lactating women per NFSA norms, while the SUMAN Roadmap 2030 adopts a life‑cycle approach to maternal care. Monitoring mechanisms such as the Output‑Outcome Monitoring Framework and Poshan Tracker are highlighted for transparent implementation.