Maharashtra's first survey identified 223,042 students of single mothers, aiming to provide targeted educational support. The data, collected from various school types, highlights regional disparities, with Nashik, Jalgaon, and Sangli reporting the highest numbers, while Nagpur and Sindhudurg reported the lowest. Officials stated the initiative seeks to address policy gaps for this vulnerable group. Social activists welcomed the survey as a crucial step for developing effective welfare schemes and focused educational interventions.