HT Correspondent
DIMAPUR, March 20: Newly appointed Nagaland Governor Nand Kishore Yadav reviewed the health infrastructure in the state during a meeting with officials of the health & family welfare department at the Naga Bhavan conference hall, Lok Bhavan in Kohima on Friday.
During the meeting, the department made a detailed PowerPoint presentation highlighting the state’s socio-demographic profile, existing health infrastructure and key achievements in the health sector.
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Officials informed the governor that Nagaland has made notable progress in improving major health indicators. They said the infant mortality rate has declined significantly, while the maternal mortality ratio and total fertility rate have also shown considerable improvement over the years, reflecting better maternal and child healthcare services in the state.
The officials also apprised the governor of the performance under the National TB Elimination Programme, including improvements in case detection and treatment outcomes. However, they noted that certain areas, such as timely disbursement under the Ni-Kshay Poshan Yojana and patient adoption, require further attention.
Appreciating the department’s efforts to strengthen healthcare delivery and improve key indicators, Yadav emphasised the need for sustained focus on effective implementation of health programmes, particularly in remote and rural areas. He asked the department to continue its efforts towards ensuring accessible and quality healthcare for all citizens. Secretary, Health & Family Welfare, S Tainiu, led the department during the meeting.
