Mysuru: Observing that the State Government’s flagship programme ‘Matrupoorna’ scheme won’t be a success, K.R. Nagar MLA S.R. Mahesh has said that the Government should instead credit the money meant for the meals directly to the Bank account of pregnant and lactating women. Addressing a press meet at Pathrakartara Bhavan here yesterday, Mahesh maintained that the pregnant women and lactating mothers cannot go to Anganawadi Kendra travelling 2-3 kms especially in rural areas to get their nutritious food under the scheme.
Noting that pregnant and lactating mothers were hesitant to come out of their homes as they feared infection, he said that the most beneficiaries do not agree to have their food outside their home as it was a crucial period for them.
