Smile Train Shija Cleft Project, Kangpokpi Mission
Source: The Sangai Express / DIPR
Kangpokpi, June 03 2017:
Smile Train Shija Cleft Project (Kangpokpi Mission) was flagged off by Shri T.Ranjit Singh, Deputy Commissioner, Kangpokpi from DC Office Complex, Kangpokpi today.
While speaking at the flagging off ceremony, the DC appealed to all to bring to the notice of the District Administration anyone suffering from this born defect to avail the facility under Smile Train Shija Cleft Project.
Certificate of Appreciation along with cash incentive of Rs 1000 each was given to three ASHA workers for identifying children with cleft lips in the district.
Altogether 5 children including two girls born with cleft lip along with their parents were taken to Shija hospitals, Imphal for necessary treatment.
Rev J Lunkim (Pastor) held a blessing prayer for them.
It may be mentioned that the District Administration, Kangpokpi in collaboration with Smile Train Shija Cleft Project had conducted an awareness programme on cleft lip and palate in April.