The District Administration, Sundargarh provides four free ultrasound tests to all pregnant women under the 'Matrujyoti' umbrella programme. The district administration provides the free ultrasound services through 7 government health facilities and over 40 private ultrasound clinics empaneled under the 'Matrujyoti'. The service was launched in the district from November 9, 2020 has benefitted over 9,500 pregnant women in the district till February 15, 2021.

The main objective of 'Matrujyoti' is to curb Infant Mortality Rate (IMR) & Mother Mortality Rate (MMR) by facilitating institutional delivery. ASHA & Anganwadi Workers play an important role in smooth functioning of the programme. They record, refer and help resolve complications and high risk cases by elevating them to the relevant higher medical facilities. The high risk cases are routinely followed up by the District Helpline, Sundargarh. The 'Matrujyoti' programme, funded by District Mineral Foundation, DMF Sundargarh will benefit over 28,000 pregnant women annually.