Deputy Commissioner (DC) Srinagar, Akshay Labroo on Saturday chaired a comprehensive review meeting at DC Office Complex to assess the progress and implementation of various key citizen-centric health programmes in the district.
The meeting was attended by Chief Planning Officer Fayaz Ahmad Dar; Chief Medical Officer, Dr Tahir Sajad; Medical Superintendents of SKIMS, JLNM Hospital, SMHS Hospital and CD Hospital, District Tuberculosis Officer and all Zonal Medical Officers of Srinagar district.
During the meeting, the Deputy Commissioner took a comprehensive review of key health indicators with respect to progress of the enrolment of Ayushman Bharat Health Account (ABHA) IDs, the status of enrolment of eligible beneficiaries under the Ayushman Vay Vandhana Card and the implementation of Tuberculosis (TB) control and surveillance measures in the district.
While reviewing the medical zone-wise progress in the generation of Ayushman Bharat Health Account (ABHA) IDs, the DC stressed the need for accelerating enrolment to ensure seamless digital health records and improved access to healthcare services.
He directed the concerned officers to intensify awareness campaigns and ensure maximum coverage, particularly among vulnerable sections of the population.
The DC also reviewed the status of enrolment of eligible senior citizens under the Ayushman Vay Vandana Yojana and emphasised swift enrolment to enable senior citizens to avail the benefits of free and cashless healthcare services. He directed Zonal Medical Officers and other concerned officials to coordinate closely with field staff to ensure that no eligible beneficiary is left out.
Further, the DC underscored the importance of strengthening tuberculosis (TB) control measures and directed health functionaries to intensify surveillance, early detection, and treatment efforts in line with national health goals. He also laid stress on promoting preventive healthcare practices through mass awareness and urged the department to maintain close coordination with other departments to strengthen healthcare delivery and improve outreach at the grassroots level.
The DC also emphasised the need to improve patient care facilities and ensure the adequate availability of medicines and diagnostic services in all health institutions across the district.
In another event, Deputy Commissioner (DC) Srinagar distributed CSC Biometric Kits and Micro ATMs among Krishi Udhiyamis of Kisan Khidmat Ghars under HADP in a function held here at Conference Hall of the DC Office Complex aimed to promote digital inclusion and enable seamless delivery of government services, financial transactions, and farmer welfare schemes at the village level.
The event was attended by Additional District Development Commissioner, Chief Planning Officer, Chief Horticulture Officer, Chief Animal Husbandry Officer, District Agriculture Officer, Assistant Director Fisheries, District Sheep Husbandry Officer, District Sericulture Officer, District Programme Officer NRLM and other concerned.
Speaking on the occasion, the DC underscored that the initiative would empower Krishi Udhiyams of Srinagar district and significantly improve accessibility to digital and financial services for farmers. He emphasized the importance of digital inclusion and doorstep delivery of citizen-centric services in the district.
The DC added that the distribution of biometric kits and micro ATMs will strengthen the Common Services Centre (CSC) ecosystem enabling Krishi Udhiyamis to provide Aadhaar-based services, banking facilities, and various government services to the public efficiently and transparently.
The DC further highlighted that the initiative would enhance financial inclusion, promote transparency, generate self-employment opportunities and improve access to essential services for farmers and the general public.
