The Model Code of Conduct is likely to come into force in the wake of lok Sabha elections seems to have sent Chief Minister Hemant Soren on inauguration spree. The CM who is otherwise busy due to budget session in Jharkhand Assembly took out time to inaugurate five new subdivisions in the afternoon besides laying foundation stone for new Government buildings in the city.
“People of Jharkhand live in remote areas and face a lot of difficulty in the absence of a subdivision. These subdivisions have been created to facilitate administrative and development works in view,” said Soren at the inaugural function at Administrative Training Institute. Notably, the State government had approved five new subdivisions- Khorki Mahua and Dumri in Giridih, Chainpur and Basis in Gumla besides Simaria in Chatra- keeping in view the presence of Naxals, population of Adivasis and backwardness of the area correspondingly.
“The subdivisions have been created by decentralizing power for effective implementation of development works, addressing problem of naxalism and to sensitize administration to people’s aspirations,” continued Soren. Interestingly, few days back the CM had inaugurated projects worth Rs 192 crores at Madhupur and Sarath in Deoghar district and had also made announcements to provide lungi alongwith dhoti and sari to BPl families. The CM had also inaugurated subdivision office at Madhupur.
Continuing with his inauguration drive, Soren laid foundation stone for main building of 30 bed community health centre to be built at an estimated cost of Rs 3.5 crore besides staff quarters building and medical assistance centre at Doranda on Monday. Denizens of Jharkhand can now dial ‘104’ for any assistance on health related issues. The 24x7 Health Information Helpline was unveiled in the presence of Health Minister Rajendra Prasad Singh. The centre will be run by private players.
Notably, the call centre is located in the state capital and can handle a call volume of 2500 calls per day. State residents can dial the number from any of the 24 districts from their mobile or landline phone. “lack of awareness of even small ailments causes death in remote areas. This helpline will be helpful in spreading awareness among people,” continued Soren.
The Helpline service aims to support patients with information related to public health service providers, institutions, diagnostic services and hospitals in Jharkhand. Moreover, it will suggest callers with information for most common ailments to chronic and acute medical issues. The team will also give psychological counseling to patients for dealing with stress, anxiety, depression, suicidal tendencies and stigmatized diseases.