Port Blair, Jun 05: The Women Helpline 181 under the Directorate of Social Welfare organized a Webinar on “Ayushman Bharat Schemes (PMJAY)” and Women and Child Development Control Room under the Directorate of Social Welfare.
Dr. Nitin Shakya, Director (SW), emphasized on guaranteeing the rights of women and giving them opportunities to reach their full potential is critical not only for attaining gender equality, but also for meeting a wide range of international development goals. He also highlighted that empowered women and girls contribute to the health and productivity of their families, communities, and countries, creating a ripple effect.
Women Helpline Administrator, Mrs. Sushma Pandey, briefed about the Women and Child Development 24×7 Control room established at Social Welfare Board, VIP Road, Junglighat, the toll free Number 181 for Women and for Children 1098. Women Helpline 181 under Mission Shakti scheme intends to provide toll free 24×7 immediate and emergency response to women affected by violence through referral linking with appropriate authority such as police, one stop centre, and hospital and provide information about women related government schemes programs across the country through a single uniform number.
The Webinar has been addressed by a Call Operator, Mrs. Depali Biswas (Call Operator) addressed on introduction of Ayushman Bharat Schemes (PMJAY) and its aims, What is the benefits of Ayushman Bharat Scheme, Which disease is covered in the Ayushman card, What are the conditions for Ayushman card, Who is eligible for this schemes, How to apply for Ayushman Bharat Schemes and Which documents required for the Ayushman Bharat card and beneficiaries can access essential healthcare services covered under the PMJAY scheme at Ayushman Bharat empanelled hospitals was discussed.
The program was attended by representatives of PRIs, general public, AWWs, ASHA Worker, SHGs and staff of Women Help Line and Child Helpline.
