Sampoornata Abhiyan 2.0: Intensifying Saturation in Aspirational Regions
Context
NITI Aayog CEO Shri B.V.R. Subrahmanyam has unveiled Sampoornata Abhiyan 2.0, a focused national drive to fast-track universal coverage of priority development indicators in Indiaās most deprived districts and blocks.
Programme Snapshot
Character: Intensive, mission-oriented campaign
Geographical Reach: 112 Aspirational Districts and 513 Aspirational Blocks
Continuity: Advanced phase of the Sampoornata Abhiyan (2024) with sharper outcome focus
Operational Window
Commencement: 28 January 2026
Conclusion: 14 April 2026 (Ambedkar Jayanti)
Total Duration: Three months
Core Purpose
Universal Access: Ensure complete delivery of health, nutrition, and education services
Performance Acceleration: Strengthen competitive spirit through monthly rankings
Last-Mile Assurance: Bridge service gaps in hard-to-reach habitations
Monitoring Parameters
Benchmarks for Aspirational Blocks (6)
Child Nutrition Intake: Regular supplementary feeding for 6 monthsā6 years age group
Digital Growth Recording: Live anthropometric monitoring at Anganwadis
Hygienic Facilities: Anganwadi centres with usable toilets
Safe Water Supply: Drinking water availability in functional centres
Girls-Friendly Schools: Presence of operational toilets for girls
Livestock Disease Prevention: FMD vaccination of cattle
Benchmarks for Aspirational Districts (5)
Birth Outcome Recording: Weighing of newborns at birth
Tuberculosis Surveillance: Notifications from public and private healthcare
Preventive Health Days: Conduct of VHSND/UHSND
School Sanitation Assets: Functional girlsā toilets
Comprehensive Animal Immunisation: Universal coverage
Execution Framework
Micro-Level Planning: Block- and district-specific saturation strategies
On-Ground Validation: Continuous inspections and data cross-checks
Social Mobilisation: Folk media, village meetings, and awareness drives
Multi-Tier Coordination: CentreāStateāNITI Aayog synergy
Why It Matters
From Inputs to Outcomes: Emphasis on tangible service delivery
Evidence-Based Administration: Real-time dashboards guide corrective action
Equity-Centric Growth: Focus on Indiaās most lagging regions
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