Appraisal of Janani Suraksha Yojana (JSY) in Bidar District (Karnataka): Knowledge, Attitude and Utilization Pattern of the Beneficiaries

Abstract

The Janani Suraksha Yojna (JSY) is a government of  India’s vital scheme for speedy decreasing maternal and infant mortality rates with a precise focus on increasing institutional and safe deliveries for the families belong to the below poverty line (BPL) category. This study is basically a cross-sectional community based survey done in Bidar district (North Karnataka) of JSY beneficiary  using random sampling on a population proportionate basis. Through this study, Socio-demographic factors, antenatal services availed and stake holders’ opinions were studied using scheduled questionnaires. This study has found that there is a requirement to create more awareness among rural population about the utilization of this JSY scheme. Stake holders should also take action for implementation process. Targeting remote areas, SC./ST population, special measures and encouraging more antenatal visits are necessary, prerequisites to get better  impact out of  JSY is need of the hour. This paper is based on the series  of studies conducted  in  the selected district in Karnataka under ICMR funded project.