Collector inspects Morjhari girls' campus, Kakanwani health centre and ashram school

Collector Dr Yogesh Tukaram Bharsat visited the Kanya Shiksha Parisar at Morjhari, the primary health centre at Kakanwani and the Kanya Ashram Shala at Kakanwani on Friday, under the Chief Minister Jan Vishwas Abhiyan. He reviewed teaching, health and other basic facilities and gave the officials concerned the necessary instructions. He then visited a dairy farmer and looked at animal husbandry and milk production.

At the Kanya Shiksha Parisar in Morjhari, the Collector inspected the teaching, hostel and campus arrangements. He was told that four such girls' education campuses are running in the district. The Morjhari campus has 465 girls enrolled and 20 teachers posted. The Collector said the campus should be developed into an outstanding educational institution. The girls should be encouraged in sports and other creative activities along with good teaching. He asked that photographs of girls selected in NEET be put up on the campus, so that the other students are inspired and perform better.

Special attention was also asked for cleanliness and appearance. If the campus well has enough water, he directed that an electricity connection and a motor be arranged there. Officials were also asked to take the necessary action on the need for a tubewell. The Collector directed the principal and the hostel warden to stay on the campus itself, so that the safety and care of the girls and the other arrangements run properly.

At the primary health centre in Kakanwani, the Collector reviewed health services, the presence of doctors, medicine storage and services for pregnant women. He was told that the centre has 3 doctors and 5 nursing staff posted. He expressed displeasure when Amoxiclav was found to be unavailable. He asked that essential medicines be kept in adequate quantity and directed the store keeper to keep the storage and distribution of medicines in order.

Information was also taken on services given to pregnant women. Details of about 100 pregnant women every month came up. The Collector directed that all pregnant women in the area be registered for antenatal care (ANC) at 100 per cent and get the necessary tests and health facilities on time. He also asked for a proposal to upgrade the primary health centre to a community health centre. He asked that the presence of all doctors be ensured and the duty roster kept in order, so that patients get better treatment and no complaints arise.

At Kakanwani, the Collector visited dairy farmer Anil Panchal and looked at animal husbandry and milk production. He enquired about HF (Holstein Friesian) cows and their milk. The farmer said he has 52 animals in all and that an HF cow gives about 12 litres of milk at a time. The Collector spoke about animal upkeep, fodder and feed, and milk production, and encouraged rearing of improved-breed animals and milk production.

At the Kanya Ashram Shala in Kakanwani, the Collector spoke warmly with the girls and asked about their progress in studies. The girls recited the alphabet. He tested the Class 5 girls' understanding by asking them questions on the environment. He directed teachers to improve the girls' level of learning and ensure good education. He also asked that nutritious meals and breakfast be served on time at the ashram school, that cleanliness be maintained, and that special attention be paid to the girls' care and facilities.

Dr Bharsat said the aim of the Chief Minister Jan Vishwas Abhiyan is to bring the benefits of government schemes and services better to the people. He said all officials should carry out their responsibilities seriously, improve the arrangements at government institutions and ensure citizens get good services.

Sub-Divisional Officer (Revenue) Thandla Bhaskar Gachale, Chief Medical and Health Officer Dr M L Chopra and other officials and staff were present during the inspection.