Tarun Karthick
Sri Vijaya Puram, 24 July 2025
As part of the ongoing observance of World Population Month, the Directorate of Health Services, in collaboration with the UT Health Mission, organised a ‘Pariwar Vikas Mela’ on 24th July 2025 at the Community Hall in Chouldhari under the jurisdiction of PHC Chouldhari.
Dr. Suja Antony, Director of Health Services, A&N Administration, graced the event as the Chief Guest. In her address, she stressed the importance of marrying at the right age, preventing child marriage, spreading awareness about the POCSO Act among school students, and promoting various family planning methods.
Dr. H.M. Siddaraju, Deputy Director (Family Welfare), highlighted the campaign’s key message — “Maa Banne Ki Umar Wahi, Jab Tan Aur Man Ki Tayyari Sahi.” He spoke about the availability and importance of family planning methods, a balanced and nutritious diet, and affordable fruits and vegetables especially for women and children.
The event featured informative displays including posters on family welfare programmes and family planning methods. A welcome address was delivered by Dr. Smita Narayan, Medical Officer (Homeo), PHC Chouldhari.
To engage participants, a quiz competition was held for Anganwadi Workers, with winners receiving cash prizes. A skit performed by intern doctors of PHC Chouldhari underscored the importance of healthy spacing between pregnancies and the benefits of having a small family.
