Gandhinagar, May 11 -- On the occasion of International Mother's Day, over six lakh women registered under the NAMO Shri Scheme aiming at women empowerment and improving maternal health launched by the Gujarat Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel, as per a release.

Under the scheme, nearly 4 lakh women have received financial assistance of Rs 222 crore.

This scheme was specifically launched to provide financial assistance to pregnant women and mothers for their health and nutrition. The support provided to nearly 4 lakh mothers is not only helping them undergo timely health check-ups but is also ensuring access to balanced nutrition for them.

International Mother's Day is celebrated every year on the second Sunday of May to honour the contri...