Capacity Building Programme On Swacchta Hi Seva Held In New Delhi

New Delhi, September 24 (TNA) The International Institute of Health &Hygiene, Sulabh International, and AAS-A-Ray Foundation under the sponsorship of Union Environment and Forest Ministry conducted a capacity building programme on Swacchta hi seva, Mission life, menstrual hygiene management and Medical Camp for abandoned Women at Tamanna ( Sisters of Charity ) residents’ campus at Najafgarh, New Delhi on Tuesday.

Dr Namita Mathur says,” The initiative is aimed to provide essential healthcare services and raise health awareness among women and girls in the community”. Dr Pankaj Kumar, president of AAS-A-Ray foundation said that the camp featured a range of medical services, including consultations with specialists in general medicine, Orthopaedics, ENT, Dentistry, and Gynaecology. Screenings for haemoglobin, blood sugar, and blood pressure were also provided by a team of esteemed doctors. These critical health services are part of an ongoing effort to promote the health and well-being of women and girls in underserved communities under Mission LiFE theme "Adopt a Healthy Lifestyle"

On the occasion, senior doctors and officials of Sulabh International including R C Jha, Anand Chouhan expressed their views. In addition to medical check-ups, the event included educational sessions on important topics such as menstrual health and hygiene practices. Participants received guidance on the proper use of sanitary products, underscoring the significance of menstrual health management. To further support the cause, Sulabh IIHH distributed sanitary pads to ensure that women had access to necessary hygiene supplies.

The Swachhata pledge under the theme "Swabhav Swachhata, Sanskar Swachhata," was also taken by all the participants encouraging cleanliness in both habits and surroundings. Knowledge products on swacchta were distributed and the cleanliness of public toilets was emphasised. A Tree Plantation drive was also initiated that aligned with the event's broader goal of promoting wellness and hygiene within the community.

With approximately 150 participants, the event garnered strong community engagement and interest. The free medical camp was a clear success, not only offering critical health services but also emphasizing the importance of health education and access to basic healthcare.