Enrolment of pregnant women at Anganwadis has proven to be a crucial step in ensuring the well-being of both expectant mothers and their unborn children. Anganwadis, meaning \”courtyard shelter\” in Hindi, are government-sponsored child care and mother care centers in India. These centers offer a wide range of services, including healthcare, nutrition, education, and counseling. […]
The plight of Anganwadi Sevikas and Helpers in Maharashtra highlights the ongoing struggle for fair compensation and recognition as government employees. Despite their indispensable role in driving grassroots welfare initiatives for women and children, these dedicated workers are faced with meager salaries that fail to reflect the magnitude of their responsibilities. The recent salary hike
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The adoption of Anganwadi centers has proven to be a pivotal step in addressing the needs of early childhood development and maternal care. Anganwadi centers, meaning “courtyard shelters,” are an integral part of the Integrated Child Development Services (ICDS) program in India. These centers offer a range of services, including nutrition, healthcare, early education, and
The Indian Ministry of Women and Child Development plays a crucial role in addressing the needs and concerns of women and children in the country. Established in 2006, the ministry\’s primary objective is to formulate and implement policies and programs that promote gender equality, women\’s empowerment, and child welfare. One of the key areas of
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Anganwadis, meaning “courtyard shelters” in Indian languages, have played a crucial role in addressing child hunger, malnutrition, and early childhood development in India. Established by the Indian government in 1975 as part of the Integrated Child Development Services (ICDS) program, Anganwadis serve as the focal point for implementing various health, nutrition, and early learning initiatives.
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Poshan Abhiyaan is a mission launched in India with the objective of improving the nutritional status of children (0-6 years), adolescent girls, pregnant women, and lactating mothers. It adopts a target-based approach and aims to tackle malnutrition through a comprehensive and converged effort. The mission focuses on achieving specific targets, including reducing stunting, under-nutrition, anemia
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The National Family Health Surveys (NFHS) conducted by the Ministry of Health & Family Welfare in India have been instrumental in providing reliable data to monitor the progress of flagship programs and achieve the goals of the National Health Policy. The latest survey, NFHS-S, conducted from 2019 to 2021, has gathered crucial information on reproductive
The healthcare system in Maharashtra comprises District Hospitals, Sub District Hospitals, and Rural Hospitals, each offering a range of specialized services and facilities. District Hospitals provide a comprehensive array of specialities, including General Surgery, General Medicine, OBGY, Pediatrics, Orthopedics, Anesthesia, Radiology, and more. These hospitals are equipped with Intensive Care Units (ICUs) consisting of six
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The Maternity Benefit Act, of 1961 is legislation enacted by the Parliament of India to regulate the employment of women in certain establishments and provide them with maternity benefits and other related benefits. The Act extends to the entire country and came into force on a date notified in the Official Gazette by the Central
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The National Family Health Survey 2019-20 (NFHS-5) is a comprehensive study that sheds light on population, health, and nutrition in India and its states and union territories. Conducted by the esteemed International Institute for Population Sciences, this survey aims to provide high-quality data on health and family welfare, enabling the evaluation of ongoing programs and
