Pregnant women will get government help through Pradhan Mantri Matru Vandana Yojana
PMMVY: The central government’s Pradhan Mantri Matru Vandana Yojana (PMMVY) has brought smiles to the faces of millions of women. The scheme
is proving to be a boon, especially for first-time mothers, providing financial assistance during pregnancy and childbirth. Rita, a 25-year-old homemaker, recently took advantage of the scheme. “I was overjoyed when I learned that the government would deposit Rs. 5,000 in my bank account. This allowed me to cover the cost of doctor’s checkups and medicines easily,” Rita shared.
Under this scheme, a total of ₹5,000 is provided for the first child in three installments. The first installment (₹1,000) is given upon initial pregnancy registration, the second (₹2,000) is given at six months of gestation after at least one antenatal checkup, and the third (₹2,000) is given after the child’s birth registration and first vaccination. Importantly, if the second child is a daughter, an additional ₹6,000 is also available, reducing the family’s financial burden. This cash assistance is transferred directly to a bank or post office account, helping mothers focus on nutrition and health.
The scheme benefits married women over 19 years of age whose first pregnancy occurred after January 1, 2017. Women with SC/ST, disabled, BPL card holders, Ayushman Bharat, e-Shram, or Kisan Samman Nidhi cards receive priority. Applications must be submitted within 270 days of the child’s birth; the opportunity is lost. This scheme has proven life-changing for rural women like Suman Devi, who said, “Earlier, it was difficult to afford checkups, but now everything has become easier.”
How to apply? The online application can be easily completed at pmmvy.wcd.gov.in, where documents such as Aadhaar card, bank passbook, and MCP card must be uploaded. Offline, submit the form at the nearest Anganwadi center or health center. Forms 1A, 1B, and 1C are for installments, respectively. The government has recently simplified the application process so that every woman can benefit. If you have any problems, contact the helpline. This scheme not only provides financial assistance but also encourages healthy motherhood.
