Additional Deputy Commissioner Shopian, Dr. Abdul Aziz today inaugurated week-long “Matru Vandana Saptah.”The theme of the Saptah is “Toward Building a Healthy Nation- Surakshit Janani, Viksit Dharini”.Among others the function was attended by Chief Medical Officer, Child Development Project Officer, Keller, Shopian, Supervisors, Anganwadi Workers and the registered beneficiaries of the District under PMMVY scheme.While inaugurating the function, the ADC impressed upon the participants to explore possibilities for the cent percent coverage of beneficiaries under the PMMVY scheme so that assistance can reach to targeted population.He further urged the public to approach concerned Anganwadi workers to get registered under the Scheme.The weeklong program would include activities like meetings of Gram Sabha, Urban local bodies, enrolment drive of beneficiaries; drive for resolution of issues, backlog clearance drive, conducting Village Health, Sanitation and Nutrition Day, besides undertaking other issues. Speaking on the occasion, ADC stressed on targeting the deserving sections of the society especially those living in rural areas under PMMVY. He said there was an immense need for creating mass awareness to encourage the eligible people to avail the benefits of the scheme.He further said the scheme is Government of India’s tribute to motherhood and a step towards empowering expecting mothers by giving financial assistance during their pregnancy period.The ADC impressed upon the concerned and other allied departments to achieve the set target during 'Matru Vandana Saptah' by reaching out to left out beneficiaries.Deputy Director, Integrated Child Development Services (ICDS) Kashmir, Bilkees Jan termed PMMVY Scheme as a mission to be taken forward in letter and spirit. She said the target would be achieved in convergence with other departments including Health and Medical Education, Rural Development Department.