Bhopal/New Delhi– In a significant step towards improving maternal and infant health in Madhya Pradesh, the state government has formed a strategic partnership with the All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS) Delhi. This collaboration aims to bring evidence-based interventions, advanced healthcare solutions, and enhanced training programs to the state’s health sector.
On Saturday, senior officials associated with the National Health Mission (NHM) of Madhya Pradesh attended a high-level meeting at AIIMS Delhi. During the meeting, they signed an agreement with the country’s premier medical institution, marking the beginning of a collaborative effort to strengthen maternal and child healthcare services.
Evidence-Based Healthcare Interventions
Dr. Saloni Sidana, NHM Director, who represented the Madhya Pradesh government in the meeting, emphasized that the discussion focused on exploring evidence-based interventions and policy frameworks to improve the quality of healthcare services in the state.
Madhya Pradesh Deputy Chief Minister and Health Minister Rajendra Shukla highlighted the importance of this partnership, stating, “This collaboration will facilitate evidence-based policies, advanced technical interventions, and specialized training for health workers, ultimately leading to better health outcomes.”
He further mentioned that AIIMS Delhi’s expertise and experience in healthcare will provide a new direction to the state’s medical services. “With the support of AIIMS Delhi, NHM Madhya Pradesh will implement targeted interventions, capacity-building programs, and modern health solutions to improve maternal and child health indicators,” he added.
Key Discussions and Training Initiatives
A government release mentioned that during the high-level meeting at AIIMS Delhi, NHM Mission Director Dr. Saloni Sidana and Deputy Director (Child Health) Dr. Himani Yadav held detailed discussions with leading AIIMS Delhi experts, including Dr. Ramesh Agarwal, Dr. M. Jeev Sankar, Dr. Anu Sachdeva, Dr. Aparna Sharma, Dr. Ankit Verma, Dr. Vivek Kumar, and Dr. Satya Prakash.
The deliberations centered on enhancing maternal and child healthcare services through innovative and evidence-backed strategies. The experts provided valuable guidance on improving healthcare quality, introducing modern medical solutions, and strengthening the technical capabilities of healthcare workers across Madhya Pradesh.
Implementation and Expected Outcomes
Under this partnership, AIIMS Delhi will provide specialized guidance and training to health professionals in Madhya Pradesh. Special programs will be introduced to empower healthcare workers with advanced medical knowledge and technical skills, ensuring better maternal and infant care in the state.
The collaboration is expected to lead to improved healthcare access, reduced maternal and infant mortality rates, and overall better health outcomes for mothers and newborns. With AIIMS Delhi’s support, Madhya Pradesh aims to strengthen its public health infrastructure and implement strategic measures to improve state health indicators.
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