Affirming the state government’s commitment to prioritizing child and adolescent welfare, Minister Kaushik Rai today inaugurated and inspected a massive health camp under the ‘Shushrusha Setu’ scheme in the Borkhola constituency. The initiative, aimed at ensuring the good health of the state’s young population, is being implemented across Assam under the direct guidance of Chief Minister Dr. Himanta Biswa Sarma.
Minister Rai, who is also the local MLA, emphasized the foundational philosophy behind the scheme: “Healthy Child, Healthy Society.”
Mega Health Camp Launched
The ‘Shushrusha Setu’ mega health camp provides free health check-ups and essential medical services to children and adolescents, focusing on early detection and prevention of common ailments.
During the inaugural ceremony, Minister Rai took time to inspect the medical arrangements firsthand, assuring that the highest standards of care were being provided to the beneficiaries. The event marked a significant step in delivering specialized health services directly to the people at the block level.
High-Level Attendance Underscores Commitment
The inauguration saw the participation of several key political and administrative figures, underscoring the government’s unified approach to this public health initiative.
Distinguished attendees at the Borkhola ‘Shushrusha Setu’ camp included:
- Hon’ble Member of Parliament (MP), Shri Parimal Suklabaidya
- Hon’ble Rajya Sabha MP, Shri Kanad Purkayastha
- District Commissioner (DC), Shri Mridul Yadav
- Zila Parishad President, Shri Kankan Narayan Sikidar
- Joint Director of Health Services, Dr. Shivananda Roy
- Other prominent local dignitaries.
CM’s Vision for Widespread Health Access
The Minister reiterated that the ‘Shushrusha Setu’ program is a direct manifestation of the Chief Minister’s vision to make quality healthcare accessible and free for all children, paving the way for a healthier and more productive future for the state of Assam. The scheme is expected to be rolled out across various constituencies to maximize its reach and impact.
