Nitish Kumar: Bihar Govt Hikes Honorarium for ASHA and Mamta Workers, Aims to Strengthen Rural Healthcare

In a significant move to boost rural healthcare services, Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar announced an increase in the incentive payments for ASHA and Mamta workers in the state. This decision acknowledges the vital role these frontline workers play in delivering primary healthcare in remote areas. 

Taking to social media, the Chief Minister said, "Since forming the government in November 2005, we have undertaken extensive efforts to improve health services. ASHA and Mamta workers have played a critical role in strengthening rural healthcare. In recognition of their contribution, we have decided to increase their honorarium.

नवम्बर 2005 में सरकार बनने के बाद से हमलोगों ने स्वास्थ्य सेवाओं को बेहतर बनाने के लिए बड़े पैमाने पर काम किया है। ग्रामीण क्षेत्रों में स्वास्थ्य सेवाओं को बेहतर बनाने में आशा तथा ममता कार्यकर्ताओं ने महत्वपूर्ण भूमिका निभाई है। इसे ध्यान में रखते हुए तथा ग्रामीण क्षेत्रों में…

— Nitish Kumar (@NitishKumar) July 30, 2025

🔹 What’s Changing?

ASHA (Accredited Social Health Activist) workers, who were earlier receiving ₹1,000 as a monthly incentive, will now be paid ₹3,000.

Mamta workers (community-level maternal care workers) will now receive ₹600 per delivery, up from ₹300.

Nitish Kumar said the increase in remuneration will not only boost morale but also enhance the quality of healthcare delivery in rural Bihar.

🔹 Strengthening Primary Health Services

The announcement is a part of the state government’s broader commitment to empowering grassroots healthcare workers, ensuring their efforts are adequately compensated, and motivating them to continue their crucial service in maternal and child health. 

The revised incentives are expected to benefit thousands of workers across Bihar, leading to better maternal and child health indicators. It will also encourage greater participation from women in public health services and strengthen the link between health institutions and local communities.