The Odisha government will set up breastfeeding centres in various public places, including railway stations and bus stands, Deputy Chief Minister Pravati Parida said on Wednesday.

"We will open dedicated centres for breastfeeding in public places. In the railway stations, a lady attendant will be deployed at the breastfeeding centre so that lactating mothers can breastfeed their babies in a women-friendly atmosphere," Parida told media persons after gracing the state-level celebration of World Breastfeeding Week 2025.

The Dy CM, who is in charge of the Women and Child Development Department, said there is an emotional and physical bond between mother and child. Breastfeeding brings the child closer to the mother`s heart, she said.