Ministry of Women and Child Development

April 8, 2026 4:29 PM

National launch of Poshan Pakhwada 2026 on April 9, focus on early childhood brain development

The Ministry of Women and Child Development will launch the 8th edition of Poshan Pakhwada 2026 on April 9, with a renewed focus on strengthening nutrition and early childhood development across the country. The nationwide campaign from April 9 to April 23 aims to reinforce the government’s commitment to improving nutritional outcomes and promoting holistic development among children, particularly in their formative years. The national launch event will be held at Vigyan Bhavan from 3 pm to ...

April 1, 2026 2:37 PM

Government expands mental health services under national programme, launches Tele-MANAS initiatives

The Centre is strengthening mental healthcare services across the country through the implementation of the National Mental Health Programme (NMHP), with a focus on expanding access at the grassroots level and addressing the needs of vulnerable groups, including postpartum mothers. Under the programme, the District Mental Health Programme (DMHP) has been sanctioned in 767 districts, providing support to states and Union Territories through the National Health Mission. Services at Community Heal...

March 16, 2026 12:41 PM

CARA issues nationwide directions to strengthen adoption procedures, safeguard records and protect children’s identity

The Central Adoption Resource Authority (CARA) has issued a series of nationwide directions to strengthen adoption procedures, ensure proper preservation of adoption records and protect the identity of children across the country. In three separate office memorandums sent to State Adoption Resource Agencies (SARAs) in all states and union territories, the authority - functioning under the Ministry of Women and Child Development - has called for strict compliance with adoption regulations and co...

April 23, 2025 11:54 AM

Poshan Pakhwada 2025: A Nationwide Celebration of Nutrition and Well-being

India witnessed a vibrant celebration of nutrition and health during Poshan Pakhwada 2025, held from April 8 to 22, under the aegis of the Ministry of Women and Child Development. Marking its seventh edition, the campaign this year focused on three core themes—maternal and child nutrition, digital access for beneficiaries, and addressing childhood obesity. From bustling metro streets to quiet village lanes, the fortnight-long initiative united citizens across the country through awareness dri...

April 16, 2025 3:20 PM

Union Minister Savitri Thakur reviews Women and Child Development schemes in Meghalaya

Union Minister of State for Women and Child Development, Savitri Thakur, held a series of high-level review meetings in Shillong to assess the implementation of key centrally sponsored schemes, including Poshan Abhiyan, Mission Shakti, and Mission Vatsalya. The visit is part of the Centre’s efforts to strengthen grassroots service delivery in the North East. In discussions with officials from Meghalaya’s Social Welfare Department, the Minister emphasised improving Anganwadi Centre infrastru...

April 8, 2025 5:24 PM

Government strengthens nutrition and childcare initiatives through Poshan Pakhwada 2025 and Palna schemes

The Ministry of Women and Child Development (MWCD) has launched the 7th edition of Poshan Pakhwada, being observed from April 8 to 22, as part of the government’s intensified efforts to tackle malnutrition. Running in collaboration with multiple ministries and state departments, this year’s campaign underscores four core themes—maternal and infant nutrition in the first 1,000 days of life, promotion of the Poshan Tracker app, community-based management of malnutrition (CMAM), and encouragi...

April 3, 2025 2:10 PM

All Anganwadi centres now on Poshan Tracker; over 10.12 crore beneficiaries registered

In a major step toward digital transformation in nutrition services, the Ministry of Women and Child Development (MoWCD) announced on Wednesday that all Anganwadi Centres across India are now registered on the Poshan Tracker application. This milestone aims to enhance transparency and efficiency in service delivery at Anganwadi centres, benefiting children, pregnant women, and lactating mothers. As of February 28, the Poshan Tracker has registered over 10.12 crore beneficiaries, including 44.38...

February 11, 2025 5:35 PM

Union Budget 2025-26 prioritizes Women and Child Development with 37.25% rise in allocations

Union Minister for Women and Child Development, Annpurna Devi, announced that the Union Budget 2025-26 has significantly prioritised women and child development, with a 37.25% increase in funding compared to the previous year. The allocation for women’s welfare has risen to Rs. 4.49 lakh crore, highlighting the government’s strengthened financial commitment to gender-focused initiatives. The Gender Budget, which directs resources toward programs benefiting women and girls, now constitutes 8...

February 7, 2025 3:17 PM

“Odisha govt. launches multiple initiatives to empower girl ‘Beti Bachao Beti Padhao’

The Odisha government has implemented a series of initiatives under the 'Beti Bachao Beti Padhao' scheme, which aims to address the alarming gender imbalance and declining child sex ratio in India. Key programs such as “Nirbhaya Kadhi” (Fearless Bud), “Mo Gelha Jiya” (My Dear Daughter) in Ganjam, "Kalpana Avijan" in Dhenkanal, "Swarna Kalika" in Keonjhar, and “Veerangana Yojana” in Deogarh district are designed to empower adolescent girls. These initiatives focus on preventing child ...

January 26, 2025 4:51 PM

Ministry of Women and Child Development’s Tableau at Republic Day 2025 Parade showcases maternal care, life cycle continuity, and women’s leadership

The Ministry of Women and Child Development's tableau at the Republic Day 2025 Parade magnificently showcased the life cycle continuity approach of its key schemes and highlighted the theme of Women-Led Development. According to a press release issued by the Ministry on Sunday, the tableau celebrated the integral role of women in the nation's progress. At the centre of the display was a mother cradling her daughter, symbolizing the pivotal role of mothers as the first educators in a child's lif...