Minister inaugurates community baby shower for pregnant women, launches new infrastructures

A community baby shower ceremony for pregnant women was held here on Wednesday at the Ilayangudi Panchayat Union office.

Minister for Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSME) P. Mathan Raja inaugurated the programme and distributed traditional ‘seemantham’ articles and gifts comprising seven varieties to expectant mothers.

Addressing the gathering, Mr. Mathan Raja highlighted the critical importance of maternal health, nutritious diets, regular medical check-ups, and family support during pregnancy. He noted that the community baby shower is designed not only to provide nutritional support and gifts, but also to bring joy, mental well-being, and a sense of shared celebration of motherhood.