The issue of population decline in the state has become a concern among the common people. In a meeting in Delhi, the Chief Minister recently expressed worry about this issue. He mentioned that the population decline in South India could lead to bigger problems in the future. He also stated that several steps have already been taken to encourage population growth.
Now, the initiative to increase the population has gone a step further. MP Appala Naidu announced at a Women’s Day event on Sunday that a mother who gives birth to a third child will receive a fixed deposit of ₹50,000 in cash. If the child is a boy, the mother will also receive an additional gift—a cow.
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Andhra Pradesh’s Unique Initiative
This announcement has already created a strong reaction among the common people. However, the most surprising part is that MP Appala Naidu has stated that the money for this reward will not come from any government fund. Instead, he will donate the amount from his salary. This means it is a completely personal initiative aimed at encouraging population growth.
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After the announcement, it quickly spread on social media. While some people see this as an innovative and bold step, others have raised questions about it. However, Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister Chandrababu Naidu has supported the initiative and praised the MP’s efforts.
‘₹50,000 For Girl, Cow For Boy!’
Vizianagaram MP K. Appala Naidu promised gifts for women on the birth of their third child: a fixed deposit of ₹50,000 in favor of a newly born girl child and a cow or a calf for a boy. #WATCH#AndhraPradesh #Vizianagaram #KAppalaNaidu… pic.twitter.com/43WILcDQ7s
— CNBC-TV18 (@CNBCTV18News) March 10, 2025
Government’s View on Population Growth
In Parliament, Chandrababu Naidu said, “At one time, I supported family planning. But now, due to the population decline, having more than two children seems necessary.” After this statement, many people started seeing MP Appala Naidu’s announcement as part of the government’s plans.
Watch #NewsBreak with @Vasudha156 | Andhra Pradesh MP Offers Rs 50,000 To Women On Birth Of 3rd Child, Cow For Boyhttps://t.co/Cnqleq6HWE
On the panel: @PattabhiRamK1, @lankadinakar, @AkritiBhatiaa and @PentapatiPullar with NDTV’s @Vasudha156
TDP MP @Kalisettitdp speaks… pic.twitter.com/12iUgmEA6e
— NDTV (@ndtv) March 10, 2025
Global Approach to Population Growth
This type of initiative to boost population growth is not new. Many countries have introduced policies like financial grants, tax benefits, and extra government support to encourage childbirth. However, offering cash rewards and a cow as gifts is something unique in India. It remains to be seen how effective this initiative will be.