Current Affairs - National - Discussion

The Delhi Government has doubled the monthly incentive for ASHA workers from Rs 3,000 to Rs 6,000. The increase was approved by Chief Minister Rekha Gupta to recognise the important role played by ASHA workers in the primary healthcare system. Delhi has 6,725 ASHA workers, with each worker serving approximately 2,000 people or 400 families. The revised incentive is intended to improve their morale and support their contribution to healthcare delivery. The initiative also aims to strengthen primary healthcare services and promote women’s economic empowerment by providing better financial support to ASHA workers.