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Minister K. Radhakrishnan, who handled the portfolios of Devaswom and Welfare of Scheduled Castes and Tribes, signed the landmark order abolishing the use of the term ‘Colonies’. The order was signed before he resigned his post after being elected as a Parliament member. The term will be replaced with Nagar, Unnati, and Prakriti or any name evoking regional interests.  The Kerala Pravasi Association (KPA) welcomes this change, emphasizing the importance of names as cultural markers that can influence self-perception and societal status. This decision marks a step toward erasing remnants of colonial oppression. . . #kpa #colonial #oppression #castes #culturalimpact

Today's report Date:- 22/7/2024 Dist:- Mahasamund Block :- Basna Sector:- paraskol & Gadhfuljhar Visited place:- 1) ICDS Office bansula 2) Supportive Supervision at Badedhabha 3)SAM Child & PW Home visit Summary of the work done today Today I went to ICDS office Bansula to attend the office meeting and prepare the report of Supervisor SAM Children's Home visit. After this, Supervisor & I went to Badedhaba for supportive supervision and SAM child home visit report. The AWW is monitoring the child's growth monitoring alone under supportive supervision. During growth monitoring, we found that 2 children were underweight and also had low height. After this Supervisor ,AWW & I went to the girl's house. The girl is normal and is eating well. His mother is pregnant and Hb is low. The doctor asked him to take IFA tablets and food at appropriate time. After that she returned to ICDS office Bansula to attend the District VC meeting. #csam #cmam #aiims #unicef #samarthyaapp #followup #supportivesupervision #health #aww #growthmonitoring #icds #meeting #ifatablet #distribution #pragnent #blocknutritioncoordinator #height #weight #

“We have spent up to 12,000 rupees on medicines and tests at a private clinic. We have to borrow more and more," said Suma Devi, a brick kiln worker who suffers from tuberculosis but is not aware that she is entitled to public health care services including free treatment for TB. In our second ground report in the three-part series supported by Purpose on brick kiln workers of Uttar Pradesh, #AnumehaYadav travels to Naujheel village in Mathura to find the seasonal migrants who work in kilns, round-the-clock, have no awareness of or access to rural healthcare services, with the harshest impact on women and children worst. While there are many directives to decarbonise the brick kiln sector, there are no similar directions to safeguard workers’ rights, particularly healthcare and protection from rising heat, labour rights campaigners said. Read the story here: https://lnkd.in/dGShC3nu This series is supported by the Buniyaad movement (https://lnkd.in/dbtBxMMu) of Purpose Gurpriya Singh Divya Gajria #migration #risingheat #womenshealth #womensafety #childcare #health #ruralhealthcare #justtransition #climatechange

Is the state of Anganwadi centers in rural India not a failure of the Modi government? Having seen the poor condition of hundreds of Anganwadi centers across several districts and states—including areas in the constituencies of VIP leaders and even the area represented by Smt. Annapurna Devi, who has been appointed as the Union Minister for Women and Child Development—one cannot help but notice the poor state of cooked rice and khichdi over firewood and the deplorable conditions in Shivraj Mama's region regarding food and facilities. The protesting Anganwadi workers also add to the concern. What is the system thinking? Entering an Anganwadi center where at least 25 children are present, one is struck by the severely maintained building, with electricity wires hanging very low. The roof has large holes in several places and the structure could collapse at any time. The condition of the floor is no better. The tale of neglect is endless. The poor state of Anganwadi centers in the country indicates how concerned the Modi government is about the future. The future refers to the unborn child and the newborn, and their mothers. If anganwadis are the responsibility of the states and the central government has no involvement, then such questions and arguments suggest that these centers, which are active regarding the health of infants, will one day face extinction themselves. The public should be curious about their condition, the extent of this neglect, and how sensitive district-level authorities are to this situation.

Today's Report Date :- 31/1/2024 Dist:- Mahasamund Block :- Basna Visited place:- ICDS office Summary of work done today Today a plan was made to prepare monthly target sheet of DNC/BNC and follow up in CHANAT. Target sheet update was prepared and field work report for the month of January was filled and sent. Observers discussed CSAM-related information and how to measure development monitoring data. CDPO sir agreed to the date of training of new supervisors. We fixed the date of 2 February 2024 for the training of new sector supervisor related to CSAM at ICDS office Bansula. Today we received IFA tablets for dropout adolescent girls and through community health center they provided medicine for 1 year. Sector Supervisor Garima Kaivartya decided the sector meeting for tomorrow and has asked the Anganwadi worker to prepare the details of the concerned Samarthya App and registration of new children. #csam #cmam #samarthyaapp #health #communityengagement #chc #nutrition #basna #icds #ifatablet #medicine #followup #supervision #supervisor #communitydevelopment #followup #blocknutritioncoordinator #aanganwadi #targetsheet #sector #aiims #unicef #speak #awareness #meeting #dropoutgirl #medicine #office #monitoring #adolescents #registration #village

Kerala’s growing elderly population is set to become one of the state's most significant social challenges. Despite Kerala's pride in its literacy and high living standards, many elderly individuals lack proper medical care and adequate food. Stories of children neglecting their parents after inheriting their assets, leaving them in old age homes, are becoming increasingly common. Governments have implemented various measures to address elderly care, but every panchayat should establish senior citizen parks, free legal aid centers, health clinics, and day care centers to address this issue. The expansion of day care centers can help reduce the abandonment of seniors in old age homes. Private initiatives and increased public awareness are also essential, as governments gradually withdraw from service sectors. Let us remember our cultural heritage, where protecting the elderly and parents was once a matter of pride. . . #Kerala #HealthcareForElders #CommunitySupport #SeniorCitizens #ElderlyRights

The alarming rise in student suicides, particularly in prestigious institutions like IIT Guwahati, highlights the urgent need for robust mental health and welfare support systems in educational institutes. These institutes often place immense pressure on students, leading to anxiety, depression, and burnout. While academic excellence is prioritized, emotional and psychological well-being frequently takes a back seat. Educational institutes must establish comprehensive mental health support systems, including access to trained counselors, regular mental health workshops, and peer support groups. Creating a non-judgmental, open environment where students feel safe to express their emotions is crucial. Institutes should also provide stress management tools, promote work-life balance, and reduce the stigma associated with seeking mental health help. The recent suicides point to a systemic failure in identifying and addressing mental health issues early. Proactive measures like early intervention, counseling services, and faculty training in identifying signs of distress can play a critical role in preventing further tragedies. Students should not only be supported academically but also emotionally, ensuring a holistic educational experience that prioritizes their mental well-being alongside academic success. #alarming #mentalhealth

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In a significant and much needed step, the Government of India has decided to cover all citizens of the country of 70 years and above (6 crore beneficiaries) under the AB PMJAY scheme (world’s biggest publicly funded health insurance scheme) irrespective of their income status. It provides the eligible beneficiaries to avail secondary and tertiary care in the empaneled AB PMJAY hospitals including the private ones. The decision not just promotes the principle of Equity as the elderly population suffering from many chronic conditions often require secondary and tertiary care but also provisions ease in Access to Quality treatment in private sector without incurring financial hardships. #ABPMJAY #NationalHealthAuthority #HealthInsurance #HealthFinancing