Mahila Aarogyam Kaksh: Wellness Centre for Women Government Employees

Mahila Aarogyam Kaksh is a wellness and fitness centre exclusively for women employees at India’s Department of Legal Affairs (Shastri Bhawan), featuring gym facilities and a private lactation room

News? The Department of Legal Affairs, Ministry of Law and Justice, inaugurated Mahila Aarogyam Kaksh.

Mahila Aarogyam Kaksh

The “Mahila Aarogyam Kaksh” is a new initiative taken by the Department of Legal Affairs, Ministry of Law and Justice, Government of India. It’s a major move towards institutionalising workplace well-being exclusively for women workers in government offices.

The initiative was officially launched by the Union Minister of State (Independent Charge) for Law and Justice, Shri Arjun Ram Meghwal, at Shastri Bhawan, New Delhi, on July 18, 2025.

Purpose

It is a first-of-its-kind initiative aimed at institutionalising workplace wellness for women employees within government offices.
It serves as a dedicated health, fitness and wellness space exclusively for female staff of the Department.

Key Objectives

Promote physical fitness, mental well-being, and work-life balance for women employees.
Provide inclusive facilities such as gym equipment and a private lactation room for nursing mothers.
Reflect the commitment to gender-sensitive workspaces and support the wider vision of a Fit India Movement and Viksit Bharat.