UP govt issues 14.5 lakh e-vouchers to assist pregnant women with healthcare

Lucknow: Over one and a half years since the launch of e-rupee vouchers in Uttar Pradesh, the govt has issued more than 14.5 lakh e-rupee vouchers, enabling pregnant women to access essential diagnostic services, particularly ultrasounds, at private centres across the state.According to data released by the govt on Sunday, Azamgarh has emerged as the leading district in voucher distribution, with over 61,000 vouchers issued, followed by Agra and Badaun, with nearly 56,000 and 53,000 vouchers, respectively. Of the 14.5 lakh vouchers issued, 6.81 lakh have already been utilised by beneficiaries across the state.Prayagraj secured the fourth position in voucher distribution, followed by Deoria in fifth, Ghaziabad in sixth, Gorakhpur in seventh, Bareilly in eighth, Ghazipur in ninth, and Hardoi in tenth. On the other hand, the lowest number of vouchers were issued in Kasganj (4,352), Bhadohi (4,876), and Shamli (5,749).Director of the National Health Mission (NHM), Dr Pinky Jowal, said that this initiative reflected Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath's unwavering focus on maternal and child health. "The e-rupee voucher scheme ensures that pregnant women receive timely and essential diagnostic services to safeguard their health and that of their unborn children. These vouchers demonstrate the govt's proactive approach to improving healthcare delivery in the state," she said.Dr Jowal further said that the e-rupee voucher initiative aimed to enhance the efficiency and accessibility of healthcare services across the state. This programme has not only ensured timely health check-ups for women but has also played a significant role in curbing corruption. "As a fully digital scheme, it guarantees that the benefits directly reach the intended beneficiaries, reflecting the govt's commitment to transparency and effective governance," she said.
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