Tag: Health Department

Rajnandgaon has achieved a major milestone in the fight against malnutrition, with 299 Anganwadi centres declared completely malnutrition-free and no severely malnourished or severely underweight children reported across 1,184 centres.

The Congress party staged a protest outside the Inspector General’s office in Rajnandgaon over the alleged mistreatment of a 14-year-old girl in the Somni police station area and the reported procurement of allegedly fake pregnancy test kits in the health department. The party demanded immediate action against those responsible and warned of a future gherao of Assembly Speaker Dr. Raman Singh’s office if their demands remain unaddressed.

Chhattisgarh Assembly Speaker Dr. Raman Singh inaugurated the plinth upgradation and elevation expansion work of Rajnandgaon District Hospital and performed the groundbreaking ceremony for a new Chief Medical and Health Officer (CMHO) office building. He emphasized the need for Rajnandgaon to continue leading the state in healthcare services and praised ongoing efforts to reduce maternal and infant mortality rates.

A health camp organized under Sushasan Tihar 2026 in Rewadih Ward of Rajnandgaon provided timely medical assistance to local resident Nayan Bai. Through the initiative, she received a free health check-up, consultation from doctors, and essential medicines, highlighting the benefits of doorstep public healthcare services.

Congress spokesperson Rupesh Dubey has accused the Chhattisgarh government of administrative failures and protecting illegal activities across departments, alleging irregular appointments, excise violations, and selective action against illegal transport in Rajnandgaon.

Private hospitals in Rajnandgaon have been directed to ensure 100 percent online reporting of national health programmes during a workshop led by CMHO officials, with strict action warned against non-compliance.

An intensive leprosy detection drive is underway in Rajnandgaon district till December 31, with trained health teams conducting door-to-door surveys to identify cases early and provide free treatment at government health facilities.

Staff Nurse Pushpa Kande, a resident of Green City and an employee of the District Hospital, passed away unexpectedly on the evening of November 24. Community members, colleagues, and public representatives gathered to pay their last respects during her funeral procession on Tuesday.

Rajnandgaon’s Nutrition Rehabilitation Centres have made notable progress, providing free treatment and nutrient-rich care to severely malnourished children. With 484 children successfully treated in a year, coordinated efforts led by the district administration are strengthening the fight against malnutrition.

During the Rajyotsav celebrations in Rajnandgaon, Speaker Dr. Raman Singh visited various government stalls providing information on statewide welfare schemes, development initiatives, and citizen-centered services across multiple departments.

The Health Department in Rajnandgaon conducted a district-level review meeting focusing on maternal health, institutional deliveries, immunization, e-attendance monitoring, and progress in national health programmes, with strict directives issued for compliance and improvement.

To strengthen maternal and child health, Rajnandgaon Collector Jitendra Yadav personally reached out to a high-risk pregnant woman to ensure timely medical care and support. The district is actively monitoring all high-risk pregnancies through weekly calls and daily home visits by Mitanins.