DODA, Jul 14: A review meeting of ASHA functionality in District Doda was convened today under the chairmanship of the Chief Medical Officer Doda, Dr. Vinod Sharma, along with Dy Chief Medical Officer Doda, Dr. Sat Lal Manhas, to assess the performance of ASHAs and review the implementation of various National Health Programmes across the district.
Among others, the meeting was attended by the Ashiq Hussain District ASHA Coordinator, Ashima Kotwal (DAM NHM), C K Shan (DM&EO), Block ASHA Coordinators including Barkat Ali, Abid Hussain, Babli Devi, Bimla Devi and Rubia Anjum along with their ASHA Facilitators.
During the meeting, a comprehensive review was conducted on the functionality of ASHAs at the block level, their performance under various health programmes, and issues related to social security schemes, including pension benefits. The chair also reviewed the conduct of Block ASHA Coordinators meetings and Cluster Meetings, directing that proper records along with photographs be maintained.
The participants were briefed regarding the registration of beneficiaries aged above 70 years under the Vay Vandana Yojana and the status of eKYC. Progress under the Population Fortnight Programme, VHND activities, Anaemia Mukt Bharat, HBNC, Nasha Mukt Bharat Abhiyan, and the National Tuberculosis Elimination Programme (NTEP) was also reviewed in detail.
Special emphasis was laid on timely submission of monthly reports, proper documentation of home deliveries with beneficiary details, completion of HBNC visits, and ensuring that all activities are accurately reflected in the HMIS portal. The meeting also reviewed the status of CPHC incentives for ASHAs and addressed grievances raised by ASHA workers.
Addressing the participants, CMO Doda Dr. Vinod Sharma emphasized the pivotal role of ASHAs in strengthening primary healthcare services and directed all Block ASHA Coordinators and ASHA Facilitators to ensure regular monitoring, supportive supervision, and timely reporting. He stressed that all National Health Programmes should be implemented effectively at the grassroots level so that eligible beneficiaries receive quality healthcare services without delay.
Dy. CMO Doda Dr. S L Manhas urged the field functionaries to work with dedication, maintain accurate records, and ensure better coordination at all levels for achieving programme targets within the stipulated timelines.
The meeting concluded with a detailed discussion on operational issues and a resolve to further strengthen community-based healthcare services across District Doda.