Archive · 7 Aug 2025
Odisha to Establish Breastfeeding Centers in Public Spaces
The Odisha government is setting up special breastfeeding areas in public places like train and bus stations.
These centers will have people to help mothers.
The Deputy CM said breastfeeding is good for both moms and babies, helping them be healthy and happy.
The government wants to make it easier for mothers to breastfeed by having these spaces everywhere.
Odisha government will establish breastfeeding centers in public spaces, including railway stations and bus stands.
Deputy Chief Minister Pravati Parida announced the initiative during World Breastfeeding Week 2025.
Breastfeeding centers will have lady attendants to support nursing mothers.
Parida highlighted the health benefits of breastfeeding for both mothers and infants.
The Deputy CM encouraged the establishment of breastfeeding spaces in all institutions.
- Who
- Deputy Chief Minister Pravati Parida and the Odisha government.
- What
- Odisha government will set up breastfeeding centres in public spaces.
- When
- Announced during World Breastfeeding Week 2025
- Where
- Odisha, including railway stations and bus stands
- Why
- To support nursing mothers and promote the health benefits of breastfeeding.
- Initiative
- Breastfeeding centers in public places
- Locations
- Railway stations, bus stands
- Official Promoting
- Deputy Chief Minister Pravati Parida
- Purpose
- Support nursing mothers and promote health
- Additional Action
- Inauguration of breastfeeding room at Odisha State Commission for Women
