Chhattisgarh records outstanding performance in maternal welfare, achieving top national ranking in Pradhan Mantri Matru Vandana Yojana implementation among large states.
Raipur (Economy India): In a significant achievement in the field of maternal healthcare and women’s welfare, the state of Chhattisgarh has secured the top position among large states in India in the implementation of the Pradhan Mantri Matru Vandana Yojana (PMMVY).
According to the February 2026 state-wise national ranking, Chhattisgarh outperformed several larger states to emerge as the No. 1 state in the country, marking a major milestone in maternal and child welfare initiatives.
Strong Performance Across Key Indicators
The national ranking highlights Chhattisgarh’s impressive performance across multiple implementation parameters of the scheme.
Key indicators include:
- 93.37% enrollment rate under the scheme
- 83.87% approval rate for applications
- 93.95% grievance redressal efficiency
- Only 7.07% cases pending beyond 30 days
- Just 4.96% grievance backlog
The state also recorded a remarkable jump of six positions compared to the previous month, reflecting the efficiency and commitment of the state administration in implementing the programme effectively.
CM Vishnu Deo Sai Congratulates Officials
Chief Minister Vishnu Deo Sai congratulated the officials and staff of the Women and Child Development Department, along with Anganwadi workers and field-level personnel, for their dedicated efforts.
He stated that the state government has placed maternal and child health at the top of its policy priorities.
“The Pradhan Mantri Matru Vandana Yojana provides crucial financial support to pregnant women and promotes safe motherhood. Chhattisgarh securing the first position in the national ranking reflects the continuous and sincere efforts of the government and field workers,” the Chief Minister said.
Minister Lakshmi Rajwade Calls It a Proud Moment
Women and Child Development Minister Lakshmi Rajwade described the achievement as a moment of pride for the state and congratulated the departmental team for their coordinated efforts.
She emphasized that the success has been possible due to the visionary leadership and guidance of Chief Minister Vishnu Deo Sai.
“The coordinated work, commitment, and timely implementation by officials, staff, and Anganwadi workers have helped Chhattisgarh achieve this milestone,” she said.
The minister also expressed confidence that the department will continue working with the same dedication to retain the top position in the future and ensure that every eligible pregnant woman in the state receives the benefits of the scheme on time.
Over 1.86 Lakh Women Registered Under the Scheme
Providing details of the scheme’s implementation, the minister said that in the financial year 2025–26, the state has already registered 1,86,586 pregnant women under the PMMVY scheme.
So far, the state government has transferred ₹72.24 crore directly to the bank accounts of eligible beneficiaries, ensuring timely financial support for maternal healthcare.
Strengthening Maternal and Child Healthcare
Officials say the effective implementation of the scheme has significantly strengthened maternal and child health services across the state.
With this achievement, Chhattisgarh is emerging as an inspiring model for other states in India in terms of ensuring efficient delivery of maternal welfare schemes and improving health outcomes for women and children.
About Pradhan Mantri Matru Vandana Yojana
The Pradhan Mantri Matru Vandana Yojana is a flagship maternity benefit programme of the Government of India aimed at providing financial assistance to pregnant and lactating mothers. The scheme supports women during pregnancy to promote proper nutrition, health check-ups, and safe motherhood.
(Economy India)
