Janani Suraksha Yojana

Janani Suraksha Yojana (JSY) is a government scheme in India aimed at promoting institutional deliveries to improve maternal and newborn health. It provides financial assistance to pregnant women, especially from vulnerable groups, encouraging them to give birth in healthcare facilities rather than at home. The scheme also ensures better access to quality maternity care, trained personnel, and emergency services. By offering monetary incentives and support, JSY helps reduce maternal and neonatal mortality rates, emphasizing safe childbirth, and strengthening healthcare infrastructure for mothers and children.