Tag: Women and Child Development

The Department of Women and Child Development has initiated a special campaign to enroll new eligible beneficiaries under the Pradhan Mantri Matru Vandana Yojana (PMMVY) by August 15. The initiative aims to extend financial support to pregnant and lactating women, especially those yet to benefit from the scheme, through direct benefit transfers.

Anganwadi centres in rural Rajnandgaon are evolving into vibrant early learning spaces, shaping the future of young children through playful education and nutritional support. Model Anganwadi Centres such as Centre No. 1 and 3 at Bhothipar Khurd and Centre No. 3 at Singhola are providing a pre-nursery-like environment where children recite rhymes, learn alphabets, and engage in activity-based learning. With colourful wall paintings, birthday calendars, and well-maintained play areas, these centres have become hubs of early childhood development. In addition to educating children, they offer hot nutritious meals for children and pregnant women, while promoting health awareness among adolescent girls. Various government schemes including the Chief Minister’s Child Reference Scheme, Maternity Benefit Schemes, and Poshan Abhiyaan are being effectively implemented under the supervision of the Department of Women and Child Development.

Under the Pradhan Mantri Matru Vandana Yojana, expectant mothers in India are receiving timely financial incentives aimed at promoting prenatal health and child immunization. Administered through Anganwadi centers, the scheme offers ₹5,000 in two installments for the first child and a lump sum of ₹6,000 for a second daughter, helping improve maternal care and gender equity.

Chief Minister Vishnu Deo Sai inaugurated a newly constructed building for the Specialized Adoption Agency (SAA) in Rajnandgaon’s Hiramoti Ward, built at a cost of ₹36.66 lakh. During the visit, the Chief Minister and Speaker Dr. Raman Singh engaged warmly with resident children, offering toys, affection, and a strong message of government commitment to child welfare.

Collector Sanjay Agrawal flagged off the ‘Poshan Pakhwada Rath’ in Rajnandgaon to raise awareness on child nutrition. As part of the fortnight-long campaign, various programs including rallies, educational sessions, and health camps are being organized to combat malnutrition and promote healthy childhood practices.