Maa Gruha (Maternity Waiting Home) established by the District Administration, Sundargarh are an important intervention towards ensuring institutional delivery and safe childbirth. 10 Maa Gruha are operational while 10 more will be built in the district with support from DMF Sundargarh. Each Maa Gruha is equipped with 8 beds to accommodate pregnant women a few days prior to the expected date of delivery. Here, she is provided with nutritious food and necessary medical checkup to assess both mother and child health. Ambulance Service is made available for free pickup and drop facilities to the mother from home to nearest medical facility and back.