Question : INCENTIVES TO JSY



(a) whether the Government proposes to provide incentives under the Janani Suraksha Yojana for the purpose of providing insurance-cover to the people living below the poverty line and to encourage people to bring pregnant women to hospitals for delivery;

(b) if so, whether such a scheme is being mandatorily implemented across the country; and

(c) if so, the details of assistance being provided State/UT-wise?

Answer given by the minister


THE MINISTER OF STATE FOR HEALTH & FAMILY WELFARE (SHRI SUDIP BANDYOPADHYAY)

(a): No. There is no such proposal under consideration of this Ministry.

(b) & (c): Does not arise.