Tarun Karthick
Sri Vijaya Puram, 13 October 2025
A Block Level Training Programme on the “Role of Gram Panchayats in Ensuring Good Health, Well-being, and Preventing Diseases and Awareness on Mental and Physical Health” was organised at the CMTC Building, Ferrargunj, by the Block Development Office under the Rashtriya Gram Swaraj Abhiyan (RGSA).
The training aimed to enhance the capacity of Gram Panchayats and health functionaries in promoting health, hygiene, and disease prevention at the grassroots level. It witnessed the participation of 86 attendees, including Pradhans, Panchayat Secretaries, ANMs, Anganwadi Workers, and members of Gram Panchayat Health and Sanitation Committees.
In her inaugural address, Ms. Saakshi Saha, BPM, Ferrargunj, outlined the objectives of the programme and underscored the proactive role of Gram Panchayats in raising awareness on mental and physical well-being. Miss C. Vijaya, Domain Expert (Women Empowerment), conducted an introductory session highlighting key aspects of the theme, while Mr. Madan Singh, Health Educator, AAM Ferrargunj, spoke on preventive healthcare and the importance of behavioural change in communities.
An interactive activity session was led by Ms. Fathima Zohra, Public Health Nurse. Ms. Lalita Tigga, BDO, Ferrargunj, addressed the participants and distributed prizes to the winners of various activities. Ms. Kakoli Ghosh (Panchayat Secretary, Wandoor) secured the first prize, Ms. Grace Toppo (ANM, AAM Ferrargunj) bagged the second prize, and Mr. Mohd. Jabir (PS, Ferrargunj and Brindaban) received the third prize.
