Review Meeting: Achieve All National Health Program Targets Ahead of Schedule – Dr. Ashok Aditya

Udaipur, February 19, 2025 Chief Medical and Health Officer (CMHO) Dr. Ashok Aditya emphasized the need to achieve all national health program targets ahead of schedule during a review meeting held at Bappa Rawal Auditorium, Golden Jubilee Guest House, Sukhadia University Campus. The meeting was organized in preparation for an upcoming district-level review meeting under the chairmanship of the District Collector.

Key Officials in Attendance

The meeting was presided over by CMHO Dr. Ashok Aditya and was attended by:
Additional CMHO Dr. Ragini Agrawal
Deputy CMHO Dr. Ankit Jain
RCHO Dr. Rakesh Gupta
DPC DDW Dr. Mohan Singh Dhakad
City Incharge Dr. Kailash Sharma
District TB Officer Dr. Ashutosh Singhal
NCD Nodal Officer Dr. Pranav Bhavsar
All district officers, BPMs, BNOs, and PHC medical officers

Performance Review and Directives Issued

CMHO Dr. Ashok Aditya personally reviewed the progress reports of all health officers and block data.
Expressed dissatisfaction over slow progress in some areas and issued strict instructions for timely completion.

Key Program Evaluations and Discussions

1. Ayushman Arogya Yojana & E-KYC Progress

Additional CMHO Dr. Ragini Agrawal reviewed the Ayushman Arogya Yojana, E-KYC, and card distribution progress. She emphasized that the District Collector is closely monitoring this initiative, urging officers to ensure its timely execution.

Family Welfare Program: Special emphasis was placed on achieving sterilization targets on schedule.

2. NCD, Sickle Cell Anemia & ASHA Program

Deputy CMHO Dr. Ankit Jain assessed the progress of Non-Communicable Disease (NCD) programs, Sickle Cell Anemia screening, Aam Mela, and the ASHA program.

3. Maternal & Child Health Initiatives

RCHO Dr. Rakesh Gupta reviewed RCH programs, including:

• Maa Voucher Scheme
• Antenatal Care (ANC) first trimester check-ups
• Institutional deliveries
• Complete immunization and birth registration
• Ojas Yojana

4. Free Medicine & Diagnostics Schemes

DPC RMSCL Dr. Mohan Singh Dhakad evaluated the implementation of the Free Medicine and Free Diagnostics Scheme.

5. Tuberculosis (TB) Detection & Nikshay ID

District TB Officer Dr. Ashutosh Singhal provided updates on TB case detection and the Nikshay ID program, stressing the need for enhanced screening and early diagnosis.

Final Directives by CMHO

CMHO Dr. Ashok Aditya reviewed all department reports and instructed officials to:

• Improve efficiency and ensure timely execution of programs.
• Address identified gaps and enhance service delivery.
• Work towards achieving district health goals before deadlines.

With focused efforts and rigorous monitoring, the district aims to strengthen healthcare services and effectively implement national health programs, ensuring comprehensive healthcare access for all residents.