The Janani Bal Suraksha Yojana is a health initiative designed to improve maternal and infant health in Bihar by promoting institutional deliveries and reducing mortality rates.

Pregnant women and nursing mothers residing in Bihar who are willing to undergo institutional delivery and follow the health protocols are eligible for the scheme.

The scheme offers benefits such as increased institutional deliveries, reduced infant and maternal mortality, improved immunization rates, and enhanced life expectancy for women in Bihar.

The infant mortality rate has decreased from 61 per thousand births in 2005 to 35 per thousand births, reflecting the success of the scheme.

Interested applicants can visit their nearest health center or hospital to apply for the scheme and receive guidance from ASHA or MAMTA workers.

Applicants need to provide identification proof, proof of pregnancy, and proof of residence, among other necessary documents.

Institutional deliveries have increased to 47% in Bihar, a significant improvement from 4% in 2006-07.

The scheme contributes to reducing maternal mortality by promoting institutional deliveries and providing medical care through trained health workers, leading to better outcomes for mothers.

Yes, any pregnant woman or nursing mother in Bihar is eligible to apply. However, additional benefits may be available to women from marginalized communities.

ASHA and MAMTA workers provide guidance, support, and health services to pregnant women and nursing mothers to ensure safe deliveries and post-natal care.