Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis Commends Matru Sewa Sangh as Primary Maternity Care Provider for Marginalized Communities Nagpur: Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis highlighted the continued significance of Matru Sewa Sangh as the preferred maternity care option for economically disadvantaged individuals during a foundation stone laying ceremony for a new training facility on Akshaya Tritiya. Speaking at the event, Fadnavis pledged state support for the institution’s expansion, emphasizing its historical role in providing dignity and healthcare during the colonial era. He noted that the Nursing Training Centre, which marks its centenary, will benefit from the government’s commitment to completing centenary initiatives on time. Fadnavis recounted the institution’s origins, attributing its establishment to the struggle for dignity amid colonial rule. He praised the legacy of founder Kamalabai Hospet, underscoring the organization’s journey from its inception to its current reach across Maharashtra. The chief minister assured that the state would actively contribute to the institution’s growth, ensuring the new training building aligns with its long-term goals. Mayor Neeta Thakre of Nagpur echoed Fadnavis’s sentiments, emphasizing the critical role of women in social development. She commended Matru Sewa Sangh for its century-long dedication to maternal healthcare, noting its expansion beyond Nagpur to serve communities across the state. Thakre’s remarks highlighted the institution’s enduring impact and its relevance in addressing contemporary healthcare challenges. The ceremony underscored the government’s recognition of Matru Sewa Sangh’s contributions to public health, particularly for low-income families.#nagpur #devendra_fadnavis #akshaya_tritiya #matru_sewa_sangh #kamalabai_hospet
Collaborative Effort to Help 4,000 Children Return to School in Nagpur A pioneering initiative in Nagpur, launched in 2003, has enabled over 4,000 children from Vidarbha to return to school by addressing physical deformities that hindered their mobility. The collaboration between the education department and orthopaedic surgeon Dr. Sushrut Babhulkar began as a response to a gap identified during a routine education survey. The survey revealed that many children were dropping out of school not only due to poverty or academic struggles but also because of treatable physical conditions that limited their ability to move freely. These conditions, such as post-polio deformities and cerebral palsy contractures, often led to social stigma and bullying, pushing students to abandon their education. Education official Mahesh Karajgaonkar, who was then overseeing Maharashtra’s Sarva Shiksha Abhiyaan (SSA) program, sought a solution to ensure no child was excluded from education due to physical barriers. Karajgaonkar approached Dr. Babhulkar, who had returned to Nagpur after practicing in the UK. Dr. Babhulkar proposed a screening process to identify children requiring surgical intervention, rehabilitation, and post-operative care. The initiative aimed to address mobility issues, allowing students to attend school and participate in daily activities. The program’s early success was marked by the treatment of over 3,000 students between 2003 and 2010. The state government covered costs for post-surgery care, medication, and rehabilitation, while Dr. Babhulkar conducted screening camps in government schools and his hospital. Karajgaonkar’s efforts continued even after his transfer, with PP Nikas taking over the initiative.#nagpur #vidarbha #dr_sushrut_babhulkar #mahesh_karajgaonkar #matru_sewa_sangh
