Bihar govt announces hike in incentive for rural health workers ahead of assembly polls
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Bihar govt announces hike in incentive for rural health workers ahead of assembly polls
Chief Minister Nitish Kumar announced that ASHA workers in the state will now get Rs 3,000 per month as an incentive, a substantial increase from the existing amount of Rs 1,000. He also doubled the incentive of Mamta health workers from Rs 300
He also doubled the incentive of Mamta health workers from Rs 300 per delivery.
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In a post on X, Kumar said, “Since the formation of the government in November 2005, we have worked extensively to improve health services. Accredited Social Health Activists (ASHA) and Mamta workers have played a significant role in enhancing health services in rural areas.” ASHA workers will now be provided with “an incentive amount of Rs 3,000 instead of Rs 1,000”, he said.
Bihar Election 2025: CM Nitish Kumar Hikes Incentives For ASHA, Mamta Workers Ahead Of Polls
Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar announced an incentive hike for ASHA and Mamta workers ahead of the state polls due later this year. ASHA workers will now receive an incentive of Rs 3,000, up from Rs 1,000.
Kumar stated that the hike aims to recognise the crucial role ASHA and Mamta workers have played in improving health services in rural areas.
“ASHA workers will now be provided with an incentive amount of 3,000 rupees instead of 1,000 rupees. Similarly, Mamta workers will be provided with an incentive amount of 600 rupees per delivery instead of 300 rupees, which will further boost their morale and strengthen health services in rural areas,” the CM said in a post on X.