The Union Ministry of Health and Family Welfare organised a health check-up camp and a programme for sanitation workers as part of the ongoing Special Campaign 6.0.
The Union Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, under its Kayakalp activities, organized a health check-up camp and a programme for Safai Mitras (sanitation workers) at Kartavya Bhawan-1 in recognition of their contribution to maintaining hygienic workplaces. On October 27, 2026, Union Minister of State for Health and Family Welfare, Shri Prataprao Jadhav, visited the camp and interacted with Safai Mitras, expressing appreciation for their dedicated efforts in maintaining cleanliness and hygiene across the Ministry’s premises. Dr. L.G. Krishna, Director General of Health Services (DGHS), was also present. As part of Special Campaign 6.0, Shri Jadhav undertook a round of the Ministry’s office premises to review cleanliness and hygiene. During the visit, essential health screening and consultation services were provided to Safai Mitras, including BMI assessment, blood pressure measurement, blood sugar testing, haemoglobin testing, general medicine consultations, basic eye check-ups, and ENT examinations. A programme was also organized to acknowledge the role of Safai Mitras in ensuring clean and hygienic workplaces, where Joint Secretary Shri Elangbam Robert Singh interacted with them and emphasized the importance of cleanliness and instilling these values in future generations.
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