Matru vandana yojana: Learn about the cash incentive scheme

Learn about the cash incentive scheme for pregnant and lactating women in Delhi under the National Food Security Act. Find out the eligibility criteria, benefits, instalments, registration process and contact details. The Pradhan Mantri Matru Vandana Yojana is a centrally sponsored scheme under Mission Shakti’s sub-scheme 'Samarthya', providing direct financial assistance through the Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) mode. 1. What is Pradhan Mantri Matru Vandana Yojana (PMMVY)? Pradhan Mantri Matru Vandana Yojana (PMMVY) is a maternity benefit scheme under the Ministry of Women and Child Development. It was launched pan India with effect from 01.01.2017. The PMMVY Scheme is being implemented as per provisions under Section 4 of the National Food Security Act (NFSA), 2013 which provides for financial support for pregnant and lactating mothers to improve the health and nutrition for mother and child as well as ... Government initiative providing financial assistance to pregnant women and lactating mothers for their health and nutrition.