Tag: Public Health

Kewattola Ayushman Arogya Mandir has earned Quality Certification with Conditionality under the National Quality Assurance Standards, scoring 79.35% in the evaluation. The achievement highlights improved service quality and sets a new standard for rural healthcare delivery.

Residents of Rajnandgaon are raising serious concerns over deteriorating drinking water quality, with opposition leaders accusing the Municipal Corporation and private contractor of negligence. Authorities claim that repair and purification efforts are currently underway.

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.

Collector Jitendra Yadav carried out a surprise inspection of Rajnandgaon District Hospital, reviewed facilities, interacted with patients, and directed immediate action against absent doctors while emphasizing better hygiene and timely completion of ongoing works.

Ahead of Diwali, Rajnandgaon Collector Jitendra Yadav has ordered intensive inspections of sweet shops and food outlets to prevent adulteration. Sixty samples were tested through a mobile lab, with six found substandard. Authorities have seized several food items for further testing and assured citizens of continued vigilance for food safety.

As part of Chhattisgarh’s Silver Jubilee celebrations, a district-level Free AYUSH Health Fair and Traditional Cuisine Exhibition will be organized on October 12, 2025 (Sunday) at Mangal Bhavan, Ward No. 3, Motipur, Rajnandgaon. The event aims to promote holistic wellness through Ayurveda, Yoga, Unani, Homeopathy, Siddha, and Naturopathy systems while showcasing India’s nutritious and traditional food culture.

Newly appointed Rajnandgaon Collector Jitendra Yadav, a 2019-batch IAS officer, formally assumed charge today and outlined his administrative priorities in his first press conference. Stressing public engagement, effective implementation of government schemes, and strong focus on public health and water management, Yadav emphasized teamwork and transparency as the guiding principles of his tenure.

In a humanitarian initiative led by Collector Dr. Sarveshwar Narendra Bhure, the Indian Red Cross Society Rajnandgaon, with support from Udayachal Social Service Organization, has sent 500 mosquito nets to Bastar for distribution among flood-affected families.

The AYUSH Department organized a free health and awareness camp at Motipur, Rajnandgaon, benefiting 243 patients with medical checkups, medicines, and health consultations. Mayor Madhusudan Yadav inaugurated the event and also planted a sapling under the “Ek Ped Maa Ke Naam” campaign.

A multi-departmental review meeting in Rajnandgaon assessed progress on critical schemes spanning health, forestry, women’s development, infrastructure, and education. Focus areas included Ayushman card services, water supply under Jal Jeevan Mission, electricity schemes, forestry initiatives, and innovative educational programs, with senior district officials and department heads in attendance.

Former councillor Heman Ostwal has written to Rajnandgaon Mayor Madhusudan Yadav, raising serious concerns over the AMRUT Mission’s execution and the recurring supply of contaminated water. He demanded transparency over machinery procurement and urged a probe into alleged past irregularities at the Mohara Filter Plant.

Amid increasing public complaints over dirty water supply, Rajnandgaon Opposition Leader Santosh Pille has urged the Municipal Corporation to take over the Mohara Filter Plant. He accused the private agency Tejas of mismanagement under the AMRUT Mission, warning that continued negligence may lead to a rise in waterborne diseases during monsoon.