The Global Debate : International Day of the Girl Child
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Key Facts
Type Policy
Source International Population Centre (IIPS)
Published Sunday, 8 March 2026
Affected Population ~700 million women, 432 million in workforce gap
Key Numbers
Beti Bachao Beti Padhao: 405 districts
Maternity benefit: Rs 5,000 under PMMVY
One Stop Centres: 733 across 35 states/UTs
ICDS: 8 crore beneficiaries under 6
Key Authorities
Key Stakeholders
Government Context
NDA III BJP-led NDA
Left Centre Right