Punjab: Health Camps and Cleanliness Drives in Flood-Hit Areas, Over 51,000 Treated on First Day

After the floods in Punjab, health concerns have become the most pressing issue. Under the initiative of the Bhagwant Mann government, health camps have already been set up in 2,016 villages. At these camps, 51,612 people received health checkups, immediate treatment, and free medicines.

Immediate Action After Floods

The recent floods in Punjab created tough conditions, but the Bhagwant Mann government acted without delay. Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann said that the Aam Aadmi Party government has shown that true leadership means accepting challenges and stepping forward with responsibility. He added, “Standing with Punjab’s soil, every village, every street, and every household is our duty.”

Health Department’s Report

The health department’s report dated September 15 shows that the government offered not just relief but also trust. A special health campaign launched across 2,303 villages has ignited new hope across the state. So far, 2,016 villages have hosted health camps where 51,612 people underwent medical checkups. They also received treatment and medicines on the spot.

Government Stands With the People

The government stressed that people felt helpless after the floods, but now they see that support is at their doorstep. Asha workers reached out to families in 1,929 villages and examined the health of 1,32,322 households. Those in need were provided medicines and medical kits containing ORS, paracetamol, Dettol, band-aids, ointments, and essential drugs. Many residents acknowledged that for the first time, the government knocked on their doors without being called.

Focus on Cleanliness and Disease Control

Alongside healthcare, rapid work on sanitation and disease prevention has reshaped Punjab’s administrative approach. So far, mosquito breeding grounds have been inspected in 1,861 villages. Health teams screened 1,08,770 houses, found larvae in 2,163 homes, and quickly treated 23,630 houses with larvicide sprays.

Fogging in Hundreds of Villages

Reports confirm that fogging has already been conducted in 878 villages to curb risks of dengue and malaria. The pace is so high that multiple villages are covered daily. The government assured that no lane or house remains unchecked. Officials emphasized that these figures reflect more than data; they showcase a mindset that treats citizens like family. Ministers, legislators, officers, and staff are active on the ground, equipped with modern tools, medical gear, and technology.

Government Will Not Step Back

The government declared, “Today, medicines are not the only thing reaching villages, but also the message that the government never retreats from responsibility. It steps forward to fulfill its duty.” Mann’s health mission is now seen not only as a state initiative but also as a symbol of public trust. This is why the people of Punjab are saying loud and clear, “Eh sarkar nahi, sadi seva hai te Aam Aadmi Party di sarkar tan sacche arthaan vich sadi sarkar hai.”