Mothers' Absolute Affection programme kicks off
Source: The Sangai Express
Imphal, September 09 2016:
Inauguration programme of Mothers' Absolute Affection (MAA) organised by State Health Society, Manipur was held at the conference hall of JNIMS, Porompat today.
The programme was graced by Health Director Dr O Ibomcha Singh, Social Welfare Director L Nabakishwar Singh, Family Welfare Service Director K Rajo Singh and JNIMS Director Dr Deben Laishram as presidium members.
Speaking at the function, Health Director Dr O Ibomcha Singh said, "ASHAs play the most important in executing Mothers' Absolute Affection Programme.
However, public should extend support so that the initiatives of Health Society Services are implemented successfully." He further stated that balanced diet should be maintained by a pregnant mother so as to deliver a healthy baby.
The programme was also attended by ASHAs.