DC launches National De-Worming Day 2nd Round
Source: Chronicle News Service / DIO
Senapati, October 23 2023:
Senapati district's deputy commissioner Mamoni Doley launched the 2nd Round of National De-Worming Day (NDD) at Avant Garde Academy, Taphou, Senapati, on Monday.
The programme was organised by District Health Society, NHM, Senapati.
Addressing the gathering, DC Mamoni explained that NDD is observed nationwide twice a year because everyone, including adults, is susceptible to worm.
The NDD primarily targets children aged 1 to 19, so that no child misses out on their education or other activities like music, sports, etc., she added.
While outlining the dos and don'ts, the DC urged both teachers and Anganwadi workers to educate school-children and parents about healthy living.
Later, Mamoni Doley administered Albendazole tablets to the school children as part of the launching of the NDD second round 2023 programme.
It may be mentioned that the NDD second round 2023 is being held at various Anganwadi centres and schools across the district.
Dr Sumpi Percy, CMO Senapati, was also present at the event as functional president.
The Avant Garde Academy principal appreciated the smooth conduct of the programme and expressed keenness in more such activities.
DLOs, supervisors of ICDS and Anganwadi workers, as well as school teachers and students of Avant Garde Academy, attended the pro gramme, said a press release from the DIO, Senapati.