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Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu on Saturday announced new cash incentives for families having more children. He said the move is aimed at addressing declining population growth in the state. The announcement comes as several countries around the world are already introducing financial support schemes to encourage higher birth rates amid ageing population concerns.

Andhra Pradesh Announces Cash Incentives

Speaking at a public meeting during a cleanliness drive programme in Narsannapeta, Naidu said the state government would provide Rs 30,000 for the birth of a third child and Rs 40,000 for a fourth child. “I have made a new decision. We will provide Rs 30,000 immediately after the birth of a third child and Rs 40,000 for a fourth child. Isn't this the right decision?” Naidu said.

Several countries across the world already run similar population support schemes. Here’s a look at those:

South Korea
South Korea has some of the world’s strongest pro-birth incentives because of its extremely low fertility rate. The scheme includes Meeting Voucher, which is a one-time financial support payment provided after the birth of a child. In addition, the Parents’ Benefit Program gives families a monthly allowance to help cover the cost of raising infants. The government also provides childcare subsidies. Some local governments also offer additional cash rewards for second and third children.

Singapore
Singapore runs one of the best-known birth incentive systems. For example, the “Baby Bonus” scheme provides cash gifts and savings support for newborns. Other schemes include Child Development Account (CDA) and MediSave Grant for Newborns. They reflect the government’s efforts to manage low fertility rates and an ageing population.

France
France also follows a system of monthly family allowances that increase with the number of children., It helps in ingfinancial pressure on larger families. The system includes family allowances (Allocations Familiales), birth grants, subsidised childcare, and paid parental leave.

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Russia
Russia provides support through the “Maternity Capital” programme. Families receive significant financial aid after the birth or adoption of a second child, often used for housing and education.

China
After ending the one-child policy, China introduced several incentives in different provinces to encourage higher birth rates. These measures include regional childbirth bonuses, housing subsidies, extended maternity leave, and tax deductions for childcare expenses.

Hungary
Hungary offers extensive tax benefits, subsidised loans and financial incentives based on the number of children in a family, aimed at encouraging larger households.

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