Shillong, Sep 26: Meghalaya Governor CH Vijayashankar called the Swasth Nari Sashakt Parivar Abhiyaan a significant step towards strengthening women’s health, empowering families and building a healthier nation.
While addressing a Special Health Camp at Barapani State Dispensary, Ri-Bhoi today, the Governor said, “The Swasth Nari Sashakt Parivar Abhiyaan, launched by the Hon’ble Prime Minister on September 17, 2025, is a significant step towards strengthening women’s health, empowering families, and building a healthier nation.”
The Governor highlighted that the programme goes beyond healthcare delivery, as it envisions empowerment of women at the grassroots level and ensures that health services reach mothers, children and students effectively.
During his visit, Vijayashankar interacted with beneficiaries and distributed food baskets to pregnant women and sanitary pads to adolescent girls, reiterating the importance of nutrition and menstrual hygiene for adolescent girls. He encouraged mothers to avail healthcare facilities for themselves and their babies, emphasising maternal and child health as the cornerstone of a progressive society.
The Governor visited stalls put up by the departments of Tuberculosis (TB), Non-Communicable Diseases (NCD) and other health services, appreciating the awareness and preventive measures being undertaken by the medical teams.
Expressing concern over the high incidence of Cancer and Tuberculosis in Meghalaya, he urged health officials, community workers, and the public to join hands in tackling these pressing challenges. He further directed the Deputy Commissioner and Health Department officials to ensure that the benefits of the Abhiyaan are accessible to the general public across the district.
The Governor commended the efforts of the District Administration, the Health Department, doctors, nurses, ASHA workers and frontline staff for their dedication in bringing quality healthcare and awareness to the people at the grassroots level. He expressed confidence that with their continued commitment, the objectives of the Abhiyaan will be achieved in the state.
