TNPSC Thervupettagam

Palna scheme expansion

July 29 , 2025 11 hrs 0 min 38 0
  • The Ministry of Women and Child Development is expanding the Palna Scheme to strengthen child care support for working mothers across India.
  • The scheme was launched on April 1, 2022.
  • Palna functions under the Samarthya vertical of the Umbrella Mission Shakti.
  • The scheme aims to provide safe, accessible, and holistic day-care services for children aged 6 months to 6 years, enabling the mothers to participate in the workforce without childcare constraints.
  • The scheme offers services such as day-long care, nutrition, immunization, cognitive development, and regular health monitoring in a secure environment.
  • Palna is inclusive and open to all mothers, irrespective of employment status.

 

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