Sri Vijaya Puram, Oct. 15: In a significant boost to the rural healthcare infrastructure of North & Middle Andaman, a new ambulance was formally handed over to the Primary Health Centre (PHC) Billiground. This addition follows the recent allocation of three ambulances to the District Administration by the Deputy Commissioner, Mr. Sushant Padha, IAS.
To mark the occasion, a traditional worship ceremony, including the breaking of a coconut, was held at the health centre. The ceremony was led by the Chief Medical Officer (CMO) of PHC Billiground, Dr. Shailaja P, alongside Mr. Manojit Halder (Pradhan, Gram Panchayat Harinagar), Mr. Dilip Kumar Das (PSM), the Principal of Government Senior Secondary School Swadesh Nagar, Mrs. Sabitri Burman (Up-Sarpanch), and the medical staff of the facility. The gathering expressed optimism that the new vehicle would drastically improve emergency medical response and serve as a lifeline for the general public in the region.
Speaking on the occasion, Mr. Manojit Halder, Pradhan GP Harinagar, highlighted that securing a dedicated ambulance for PHC Billiground had been a persistent effort for the past two years. He noted that the demand had been rigorously pursued with the Chief Secretary of Andaman and Nicobar Islands, the Secretary of Health, the Director of Health Services, and the Deputy Commissioner of N&M Andaman.
Expressing his gratitude, the Pradhan thanked the top administration and health officials for their continuous support in fulfilling this long-pending public demand, ensuring better healthcare accessibility for the local residents.
