Chhattisgarh’s Surajpur district, with UNICEF support, has declared 75 panchayats “Child Marriage-Free” by mobilizing Anganwadi workers and communities. The successful two-year campaign, now adopted as the ‘Surajpur Model,’ drives the state’s mission for a “Child Marriage-Free State.”
Click to View MorePublic Distribution System delivers subsidised food to more than 80 crore beneficiaries under the National Food Security Act 2013. The government identifies critical challenges, including leakages, inclusion/exclusion errors, and storage issues. Recent reforms implement End-to-End Computerisation, One Nation One Ration Card, and Aadhaar seeding to boost transparency and accessibility.
Click to View MoreIndia's welfare state prioritizes citizen well-being through needs- and rights-based initiatives, enshrined in the Constitution. Evolving from historical roots to tech-enabled delivery, it has improved health, education, and poverty. Challenges include inequality, coverage gaps, and funding. Strengthening implementation, increasing budget, and leveraging technology responsibly are crucial for future success.
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