1.83 crore Sukanya Samriddhi accounts have been opened across the country: Communications Ministry

A total of one crore 83 lakh Sukanya Samriddhi Accounts have been opened across the country in the name of girl-child with deposits amounting to over 58 thousand 222 crore rupees.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi had launched the Sukanya Samriddhi Account scheme, also known as



girl child prosperity scheme in 2015 in Panipat, Haryana. Communication Ministry said, the scheme ensures a bright future for girl children. This scheme has facilitated them in proper education, marriage expenses and securing their future.