{"id":52314,"date":"2026-06-09T14:02:45","date_gmt":"2026-06-09T08:32:45","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/?p=52314"},"modified":"2026-06-09T14:02:47","modified_gmt":"2026-06-09T08:32:47","slug":"pmsma-scheme-india","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/pmsma-scheme-india\/","title":{"rendered":"PMSMA Scheme India: Pradhan Mantri Surakshit Matritva Abhiyan Completes 10 Years, Boosting Maternal Health and Safe Motherhood"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_86 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/pmsma-scheme-india\/#PMSMA_scheme_India_completes_10_years_marking_a_major_milestone_in_maternal_healthcare_with_free_antenatal_check-ups_high-risk_pregnancy_detection_and_reduced_maternal_mortality_under_NHM_initiative\" >PMSMA scheme India completes 10 years marking a major milestone in maternal healthcare with free antenatal check-ups, high-risk pregnancy detection, and reduced maternal mortality under NHM initiative.<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/pmsma-scheme-india\/#Introduction_A_Milestone_in_Maternal_Healthcare\" >Introduction: A Milestone in Maternal Healthcare<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/pmsma-scheme-india\/#%F0%9F%9F%A1_Objective_of_the_PMSMA_Scheme\" >\ud83d\udfe1 Objective of the PMSMA Scheme<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/pmsma-scheme-india\/#%F0%9F%94%B5_Key_Achievements_Over_10_Years\" >\ud83d\udd35 Key Achievements Over 10 Years<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/pmsma-scheme-india\/#%F0%9F%9F%A3_Expansion_and_Recent_Improvements\" >\ud83d\udfe3 Expansion and Recent Improvements<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/pmsma-scheme-india\/#%F0%9F%94%B4_Impact_on_Maternal_Health_in_India\" >\ud83d\udd34 Impact on Maternal Health in India<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/pmsma-scheme-india\/#%F0%9F%93%8C_Why_This_News_is_Important\" >\ud83d\udccc Why This News is Important<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/pmsma-scheme-india\/#%F0%9F%9F%A2_Strengthening_Public_Health_Infrastructure\" >\ud83d\udfe2 Strengthening Public Health Infrastructure<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/pmsma-scheme-india\/#%F0%9F%9F%A1_Reducing_Maternal_and_Infant_Mortality\" >\ud83d\udfe1 Reducing Maternal and Infant Mortality<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/pmsma-scheme-india\/#%F0%9F%94%B5_Importance_for_Government_Exam_Aspirants\" >\ud83d\udd35 Importance for Government Exam Aspirants<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/pmsma-scheme-india\/#%F0%9F%9F%A3_Boost_to_Digital_Health_and_Monitoring\" >\ud83d\udfe3 Boost to Digital Health and Monitoring<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/pmsma-scheme-india\/#%F0%9F%93%8C_Historical_Context\" >\ud83d\udccc Historical Context<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/pmsma-scheme-india\/#%F0%9F%93%8C_Key_Takeaways_from_%E2%80%9CPMSMA_Completes_10_Years%E2%80%9D\" >\ud83d\udccc Key Takeaways from \u201cPMSMA Completes 10 Years\u201d<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/pmsma-scheme-india\/#FAQs_Pradhan_Mantri_Surakshit_Matritva_Abhiyan_PMSMA\" >FAQs: Pradhan Mantri Surakshit Matritva Abhiyan (PMSMA)<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/pmsma-scheme-india\/#%E2%9D%93_1_What_is_the_Pradhan_Mantri_Surakshit_Matritva_Abhiyan_PMSMA\" >\u2753 1. What is the Pradhan Mantri Surakshit Matritva Abhiyan (PMSMA)?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/pmsma-scheme-india\/#%E2%9D%93_2_When_is_PMSMA_check-up_conducted_every_month\" >\u2753 2. When is PMSMA check-up conducted every month?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/pmsma-scheme-india\/#%E2%9D%93_3_What_is_the_main_objective_of_PMSMA\" >\u2753 3. What is the main objective of PMSMA?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/pmsma-scheme-india\/#%E2%9D%93_4_Who_provides_services_under_PMSMA\" >\u2753 4. Who provides services under PMSMA?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/pmsma-scheme-india\/#%E2%9D%93_5_How_does_PMSMA_help_in_reducing_maternal_mortality\" >\u2753 5. How does PMSMA help in reducing maternal mortality?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-20\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/pmsma-scheme-india\/#%E2%9D%93_6_Which_ministry_implements_PMSMA\" >\u2753 6. Which ministry implements PMSMA?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-21\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/pmsma-scheme-india\/#%E2%9D%93_7_What_is_the_significance_of_PMSMA_for_government_exams\" >\u2753 7. What is the significance of PMSMA for government exams?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-22\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/pmsma-scheme-india\/#Some_Important_Current_Affairs_Links\" >Some Important Current Affairs Links<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"PMSMA_scheme_India_completes_10_years_marking_a_major_milestone_in_maternal_healthcare_with_free_antenatal_check-ups_high-risk_pregnancy_detection_and_reduced_maternal_mortality_under_NHM_initiative\"><\/span><strong>PMSMA scheme India completes 10 years marking a major milestone in maternal healthcare with free antenatal check-ups, high-risk pregnancy detection, and reduced maternal mortality under NHM initiative.<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Introduction_A_Milestone_in_Maternal_Healthcare\"><\/span>Introduction: A Milestone in Maternal Healthcare<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The <strong>Pradhan Mantri Surakshit Matritva Abhiyan (PMSMA)<\/strong> has completed 10 years of its implementation, marking a significant milestone in India\u2019s journey toward improving maternal health. Launched in June 2016 by the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, the scheme aims to provide <strong>free, assured, and quality antenatal care (ANC)<\/strong> to pregnant women, especially during the second and third trimesters.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The initiative ensures that every pregnant woman receives a <strong>minimum of one comprehensive check-up on the 9th of every month<\/strong> at government health facilities. Over the past decade, PMSMA has played a crucial role in early detection of high-risk pregnancies and reducing maternal and infant mortality rates.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%F0%9F%9F%A1_Objective_of_the_PMSMA_Scheme\"><\/span>\ud83d\udfe1 Objective of the PMSMA Scheme<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The core objective of PMSMA is to ensure <strong>safe motherhood through timely antenatal care services<\/strong>. Under the scheme, pregnant women receive medical check-ups, diagnostic tests, counseling, and identification of high-risk conditions such as anemia, hypertension, diabetes, and infectious diseases.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The program also encourages participation of private gynecologists and specialists to strengthen maternal healthcare services in rural and urban areas.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%F0%9F%94%B5_Key_Achievements_Over_10_Years\"><\/span>\ud83d\udd35 Key Achievements Over 10 Years<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Over the last decade, PMSMA has contributed significantly to India\u2019s healthcare system. Millions of pregnant women have been screened under the program, and thousands of high-risk pregnancies have been identified and managed in time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The scheme has helped strengthen India\u2019s <strong>Reproductive, Maternal, Newborn, Child and Adolescent Health (RMNCH+A)<\/strong> strategy. It has also improved institutional deliveries and ensured better monitoring through health workers and digital tracking systems.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%F0%9F%9F%A3_Expansion_and_Recent_Improvements\"><\/span>\ud83d\udfe3 Expansion and Recent Improvements<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In recent years, the government has expanded the PMSMA framework by increasing the number of high-risk pregnancy categories from 10 to 25. This has enabled <strong>better identification of complications at early stages<\/strong>, ensuring timely referral to higher medical centers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Additionally, digital health tools and tracking systems have been introduced to monitor pregnant women more effectively and ensure continuous follow-up care.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%F0%9F%94%B4_Impact_on_Maternal_Health_in_India\"><\/span>\ud83d\udd34 Impact on Maternal Health in India<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The PMSMA initiative has contributed to a <strong>significant decline in maternal mortality ratio (MMR)<\/strong> across several states. Awareness, early diagnosis, and regular antenatal check-ups have reduced complications during pregnancy and childbirth.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The scheme has also strengthened coordination between health workers, doctors, and ASHA workers at the grassroots level, making maternal healthcare more accessible and structured.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large is-resized\" id=\"PMSMA-scheme-India\"><img decoding=\"async\" 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alt=\"PMSMA scheme India\" style=\"width:672px;height:auto\" title=\"PMSMA scheme India\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">PMSMA scheme India<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%F0%9F%93%8C_Why_This_News_is_Important\"><\/span>\ud83d\udccc Why This News is Important<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%F0%9F%9F%A2_Strengthening_Public_Health_Infrastructure\"><\/span>\ud83d\udfe2 Strengthening Public Health Infrastructure<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The completion of 10 years of PMSMA highlights India\u2019s progress in strengthening its public healthcare system. The scheme has improved access to antenatal care services, especially in rural and underserved areas where maternal health risks are higher.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%F0%9F%9F%A1_Reducing_Maternal_and_Infant_Mortality\"><\/span>\ud83d\udfe1 Reducing Maternal and Infant Mortality<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">One of the most important contributions of PMSMA is the reduction in maternal and infant mortality rates. Early detection of high-risk pregnancies and timely medical intervention have saved thousands of lives over the decade.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%F0%9F%94%B5_Importance_for_Government_Exam_Aspirants\"><\/span>\ud83d\udd35 Importance for Government Exam Aspirants<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For aspirants of UPSC, SSC, banking, railways, and state civil services, PMSMA is an important topic under <strong>health schemes, government initiatives, and social welfare programs<\/strong>. It reflects India\u2019s commitment to achieving Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), especially SDG-3 (Good Health and Well-being).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%F0%9F%9F%A3_Boost_to_Digital_Health_and_Monitoring\"><\/span>\ud83d\udfe3 Boost to Digital Health and Monitoring<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The integration of digital tools in PMSMA shows India\u2019s shift toward technology-driven healthcare. This is important for understanding current trends in public administration and governance reforms.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%F0%9F%93%8C_Historical_Context\"><\/span>\ud83d\udccc Historical Context<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The <strong>Pradhan Mantri Surakshit Matritva Abhiyan (PMSMA)<\/strong> was launched in June 2016 by the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare. It was introduced as part of India\u2019s broader strategy under the <strong>National Health Mission (NHM)<\/strong> to reduce maternal and infant mortality rates.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Before PMSMA, maternal healthcare in India faced challenges such as lack of regular check-ups, late detection of complications, and limited access to specialist doctors in rural areas. To address these issues, PMSMA was designed to provide <strong>fixed-day antenatal check-ups on the 9th of every month<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Over time, the scheme evolved with increased participation of private doctors, expansion of high-risk pregnancy categories, and integration with digital health systems. It has become a key pillar of India\u2019s maternal healthcare ecosystem.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%F0%9F%93%8C_Key_Takeaways_from_%E2%80%9CPMSMA_Completes_10_Years%E2%80%9D\"><\/span>\ud83d\udccc Key Takeaways from \u201cPMSMA Completes 10 Years\u201d<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><thead><tr><th>S.No.<\/th><th>Key Takeaway<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td>1<\/td><td>PMSMA was launched in June 2016 to provide free antenatal care to pregnant women.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>2<\/td><td>The scheme ensures check-ups on the 9th of every month in government health facilities.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>3<\/td><td>It focuses on early detection and management of high-risk pregnancies.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>4<\/td><td>High-risk pregnancy categories have been expanded from 10 to 25 for better coverage.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>5<\/td><td>PMSMA has contributed to reducing maternal and infant mortality in India.<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">PMSMA scheme India<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"FAQs_Pradhan_Mantri_Surakshit_Matritva_Abhiyan_PMSMA\"><\/span>FAQs: Pradhan Mantri Surakshit Matritva Abhiyan (PMSMA)<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%E2%9D%93_1_What_is_the_Pradhan_Mantri_Surakshit_Matritva_Abhiyan_PMSMA\"><\/span>\u2753 1. What is the Pradhan Mantri Surakshit Matritva Abhiyan (PMSMA)?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">PMSMA is a government health scheme launched in 2016 to provide <strong>free antenatal check-ups and quality maternal healthcare<\/strong> to pregnant women across India, especially during the second and third trimesters.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%E2%9D%93_2_When_is_PMSMA_check-up_conducted_every_month\"><\/span>\u2753 2. When is PMSMA check-up conducted every month?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Under PMSMA, antenatal check-ups are conducted on the <strong>9th day of every month<\/strong> at government health facilities and designated hospitals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%E2%9D%93_3_What_is_the_main_objective_of_PMSMA\"><\/span>\u2753 3. What is the main objective of PMSMA?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The main objective is to ensure <strong>safe motherhood by early detection and management of high-risk pregnancies<\/strong>, reducing maternal and infant mortality rates.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%E2%9D%93_4_Who_provides_services_under_PMSMA\"><\/span>\u2753 4. Who provides services under PMSMA?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Services are provided by <strong>government doctors, specialist gynecologists, and sometimes private practitioners<\/strong> who volunteer to support maternal healthcare services.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%E2%9D%93_5_How_does_PMSMA_help_in_reducing_maternal_mortality\"><\/span>\u2753 5. How does PMSMA help in reducing maternal mortality?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">PMSMA helps in reducing maternal mortality by ensuring <strong>timely diagnosis of complications such as anemia, hypertension, and diabetes<\/strong>, enabling early treatment and referral.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%E2%9D%93_6_Which_ministry_implements_PMSMA\"><\/span>\u2753 6. Which ministry implements PMSMA?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The scheme is implemented by the <strong>Ministry of Health and Family Welfare (MoHFW)<\/strong> under the National Health Mission (NHM).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%E2%9D%93_7_What_is_the_significance_of_PMSMA_for_government_exams\"><\/span>\u2753 7. 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