Matru Vandana Yojana: The Government of India runs several major schemes to empower women economically and improve their status in society. One of these is the Pradhan Mantri Matru Vandana Yojana (PMMVY). This scheme was launched specifically for pregnant and lactating women who need financial assistance during pregnancy and childbirth.
Under this scheme, the government transfers a total financial assistance of ₹11,000 directly to their bank accounts. This assistance ensures better health, nutrition, and care for the mother and child. Learn how to avail of this scheme and the complete application process.
₹11,000 Financial Assistance
The primary objective of the Matru Vandana Yojana is to meet the needs of nutrition, rest, and medical checkups during pregnancy. The government transfers this amount directly to the beneficiary’s bank account through DBT (Direct Benefit Transfer). First-time mothers receive a total financial assistance of ₹5,000. This amount is released in three installments to meet nutritional and health needs.
To make the scheme more effective, if a woman’s second child is a daughter, she is also provided with an additional ₹6,000 in assistance. This brings the total government assistance to ₹11,000. The aim is to ensure that pregnant women receive adequate nutrition and timely treatment, thereby improving the health of the newborn. Millions of women have benefited from this scheme so far.
How to Apply for the Scheme
Applying for the Pradhan Mantri Matru Vandana Yojana has now become very easy. Interested women can fill out the online form by visiting the scheme’s official website (pmmvy.wcd.gov.in). Applicants must be at least 19 years of age. Every eligible woman in the country can benefit from this scheme, including SC, ST, disabled women, and beneficiaries of the Ayushman Bharat Scheme.
You should have your ration card, bank passbook, identity card, and pregnancy-related medical report ready when applying online. It’s important to note that the application must be made within 270 days of the child’s birth. If you’re eligible, apply as soon as possible.