To reduce infant mortality rate (IMR) and maternal mortality rate (MMR) in Telangana and to promote institutional deliveries, the Telangana government launched a scheme called :

Key Points

• The KCR Kit scheme was launched by the Telangana government to reduce infant mortality rate (IMR) and maternal mortality rate (MMR).
• The scheme promotes institutional deliveries among pregnant women by providing them with essential items needed for the newborn baby and the mother.
• The kit includes 16 essential items such as baby soap, baby oil, baby powder, mosquito net, dresses, and so on.
• The initiative aims to encourage safe and healthy deliveries at government hospitals.

Additional Information

• Aarogya Lakshmi
  • This scheme is aimed at improving the nutritional status of pregnant and lactating women along with children below the age of 6 years.
  • It provides a one full meal every day to pregnant and lactating women and children in Anganwadi centers.
  • The scheme ensures that the nutritional needs of women and children are met during crucial stages of development.
• Aarogya Sri
  • Aarogya Sri is a health care program of the government of Telangana.
  • It provides free medical treatment to families living below the poverty line.
  • The scheme covers a wide range of treatments and surgeries, ensuring that the poor receive necessary health care services.
• TS Health Profile Scheme
  • This is an initiative by the Telangana government to create a comprehensive health profile of its citizens.
  • The aim is to collect health data to improve the healthcare infrastructure and services in the state.
  • The scheme involves conducting health camps and collecting medical data from residents.