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NHM Ladakh, Ladakh, Leh (2025)

16/08/2025

Mission Director NHM Ladakh inspects health facilities in Suru Valley.

Shri Tushar Anand IAS, Mission Director, National Health Mission Ladakh, undertook an inspection tour of health centers across Suru Valley to assess service delivery, infrastructure, and patient care. He was accompanied by Dr. Tashi Thinles Director Health Services Ladakh, along with the Chief Medical Officer Kargil.

During the tour, the team visited Ayushman Arogya Mandir Tambis, AAM G.M. Pore, Community Health Centre Sankoo, and CHC Trespone. At each facility, the Mission Director reviewed laboratories, inpatient wards, emergency rooms, pharmacies, and essential diagnostics. He examined the availability of medicines and consumables, referral and ambulance services, power back-up, water and sanitation, and adherence to Indian Public Health Standards IPHS. The officers also interacted with medical officers, nurses, lab technicians, and support staff to understand operational challenges and resource needs.
The Mission Director guided teams on strengthening routine immunisation, NCD screening, maternal and child health services, and record-keeping. He emphasised timely reporting on HMIS, proper biomedical waste management, and maintaining patient friendly waiting and help desk areas.

At select centres, the Mission Director met local residents and patient attendants, heard their concerns regarding service timings, specialist visits, diagnostics, and transport connectivity, and assured that the issues raised would be taken up on priority within available resources in coordination with the district administration and line departments.
The Mission Director also highlighted the importance of effectively implementing flagship health schemes launched under the visionary leadership of Hon’ble Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi, such as Ayushman Bharat Pradhan Mantri Jan Arogya Yojana PM-JAY,

He reiterated that the health sector in Ladakh is progressing under the guidance and support of the Hon’ble Lieutenant Governor of Ladakh and the Hon’ble Prime Minister of India.

12/08/2025

Principal Secretary Health & Medical Education, Shri Sanjeev Khirwar, IAS, Visits Kargil to Review Health Services.

Kargil 12 Aug 2025: Shri Sanjeev Khirwar, IAS, Principal Secretary of the Department of Health and Medical Education, UT Ladakh, visited Kargil district today to review the functioning of the Health and Medical Education Department and assess the status of healthcare facilities in the region.

As part of the visit, the Principal Secretary inspected the 100 bedded District Hospital Kargil, where he took a detailed round of various wards and departments to assess infrastructure, patient care services, and the availability of medical equipment. He interacted with doctors, nursing staff, and patients to understand the current challenges and requirements.
Shri Khirwar was accompanied by Shri Tushar Anand, IAS Mission Director, National Health Mission Ladakh, and Dr. Tashi Thinles, Director Health Services, Senior officers from both the district health administration, SPO, DPO, Doctors, coordinators, and consultants were also present during the inspection.

Later, a review meeting was convened at the conference hall Baroo. During the meeting, the Principal Secretary assessed the implementation progress of key health schemes and programmes in the district. This included ongoing NHM initiatives, maternal and child health services, immunisation campaigns, and efforts to enhance healthcare access in remote areas. He also reviewed human resource allocation, the supply of essential medicines, and the status of ongoing infrastructure projects.

Shri Khirwar emphasised the critical need for timely and accurate reporting, stronger coordination between field and administrative teams, and the efficient use of available resources to deliver high quality healthcare across Kargil. In particular, he urged that all relevant data be uploaded promptly to HMIS, with dedicated focus on anaemia and tuberculosis cases. He further stressed that there shouldn’t be any vacant post under NHM and directed concerned officers to ensure all information is regularly updated on official government platforms.

06/08/2025

Breastfeeding is every baby's first right. A mother's milk within the first hour of birth provides complete nutrition and protection against infections.

05/08/2025

This , let's support mothers in every step-from first hold to perfect latch.

Visit your nearest Ayushman Arogya Mandir for guidance and support.

05/08/2025

The first hour after birth is crucial. Early initiation of gives babies the strongest start-immunity, nutrition & protection all in one.

Let's empower every mother with the right support.

Visit your nearest Ayushman Arogya Mandir.

26/07/2025

Five Day Capacity Building Workshop on Psychosocial Care in Disaster Management Concludes at NHM Leh.

A five day capacity building workshop on Psychosocial Care in Disaster Management: Health Sector Disaster Preparedness and Response concluded today at the Conference Hall of the Mission Director, National Health Mission (NHM), Leh.
Organised under the Central Sector Scheme on Health Sector Disaster Preparedness and Response, the workshop was conducted by the Department of Psychosocial Support in Disaster Management (DPSSDM), National Institute of Mental Health and Neurosciences (NIMHANS), Bengaluru. The program aimed at equipping healthcare professionals with essential skills to provide mental health and psychosocial support during disasters and emergencies.
The training witnessed active participation from medical officers, psychologists, counsellors, and other healthcare professionals across Ladakh. Participants shared their positive feedback, stating that the training proved highly beneficial in understanding the psychosocial dynamics during disasters. They also expressed the need for more such workshops in the future to enhance preparedness and response capacity.
The concluding session was graced by Shri Tushar Anand /IAS, Mission Director NHM Ladakh, Dr. Tashi Thinles Director Health Services, Dr. Sanjeev Kumar Manikappa Principal Investigator and Associate Professor, DPSSDM, NIMHANS and Dr. Iqbal Ahmed State Immunization Officer Leh.
While Addressing the Participants Dr. Tashi Thinles Director Health Services emphasized the importance of psychosocial support mechanisms within the public health response system, especially in the context of Ladakh’s unique geographic and climatic vulnerabilities.
Later The Certificates of participation were awarded to all attendees as a mark of appreciation for their commitment and active involvement in the five-day training program.
The workshop concluded with a collective resolve to integrate psychosocial care more effectively within disaster preparedness plans across the Union Territory of Ladakh.

22/07/2025

Five-Day Capacity Building Workshop on Psychosocial Care in Disaster Management Commences at NHM Office, Leh

Leh, July 21: A five day training workshop on Psychosocial Care in Disaster Management Health Sector Disaster Preparedness and Response commenced today at the Conference Hall of the Mission Director, National Health Mission NHM Leh. The workshop is being held under the Central Sector Scheme Health Sector Disaster Preparedness and Response, and is being implemented by the Department of Psychosocial Support in Disaster Management (DPSSDM), NIMHANS, Bengaluru.

The workshop aims to strengthen the capacity of health professionals including psychiatrists, psychologists, social workers, counsellors, and medical officers in effectively addressing psychosocial needs of survivors during and after disasters.

The inaugural session was graced by the Mission Director, NHM Ladakh, Shri Tushar Anand, IAS, who attended as the Chief Guest. He lauded the initiative for its focus on equipping Ladakh’s health workforce with vital knowledge and skills to manage psychosocial aspects during emergency situations.

Eminent experts in the field of disaster mental health, including Dr. K. Sekar, Consultant, DPSSDM and Dr. Sanjeev Kumar Manikappa, Principal Investigator and Associate Professor, DPSSDM, NIMHANS, facilitated the technical sessions on Day One. In his address, Dr. Sanjeev Kumar emphasized the need for robust mental health support mechanisms at all stages of disaster management preparedness, response, and recovery. He highlighted global frameworks such as the Hyogo Framework for Action and the Sendai Framework for Disaster Risk Reduction, underlining their relevance in building people-centric, resilient health systems.

Referencing the World Risk Report 2020, Dr. Sanjeev noted the alarming rise in global disasters, with 416 natural events recorded in a single year, resulting in over two million deaths. He stressed the growing impact of climate change in exacerbating disaster risks and called for integrating psychosocial care and disaster education into the public health infrastructure.

Participants were also exposed to global and national disaster scenarios, with real-life case studies including the Bhopal Gas Tragedy, pandemics, terror attacks, and incidents of civil unrest. The sessions delved into the identification of vulnerabilities psychological, social, economic, and environmental that contributes to disaster impact.

Ladakh has become the 21st State/UT in the country to implement this initiative, marking a significant milestone in enhancing regional disaster resilience. During a hands-on session, Dr. Sanjeev conducted live demonstrations on response techniques, guiding frontline workers on rapid and effective interventions during emergencies.

The ongoing workshop aims to empower healthcare professionals in Ladakh to design, communicate, and execute timely psychosocial interventions, thereby contributing meaningfully to the region’s disaster preparedness and response framework.

17/07/2025

Joint Secretary, MoHFW, Government of India Reviews Health Programme Implementation in Ladakh.

Leh, July 16: Ms. Meera Srivastava, Joint Secretary (RCH), Ministry of Health & Family Welfare (MoHFW), Government of India, concluded her two-day official visit to the Union Territory of Ladakh from July 13 to 15, 2025. The visit aimed to review the preparedness and implementation of key national health programmes and initiatives across the UT.

During the visit, the Joint Secretary chaired a series of high-level review meetings with senior health officials, Including Mission Director NHM Ladakh Ms. Bhanu Prabha, Director Health Services, Chief Medical Officers of Leh and Kargil, State Immunization Officer, State Nodal Officers, RCH and NCD officials, District Immunization Officers and representatives from State and District Programme Management Units.

The review meetings focused on the elimination of Measles- Rubella, Routine Immunization, Reproductive and Child Health (RCH), and the National Tuberculosis Elimination Programme (NTEP) under the TB Mukt Bharat Abhiyan.

Regarding the U-WIN portal, she emphasized the need for regular uploading of Hemoglobin (HB) data of pregnant women. It was informed that Ladakh has already uploaded the data of 235 individuals on the portal.

During the course of the meeting, several priority directives were outlined to strengthen the implementation of the National Tuberculosis Elimination Programme in Ladakh. These included focused screening of high-risk and vulnerable populations, particularly those in congregate and workplace settings, to enable early detection. Emphasis was laid on the submission of comprehensive micro-plans outlining the logistics for specimen transportation, accessibility to NAAT services, and the availability of X-ray facilities. The Joint Secretary also stressed the importance of enhancing IEC activities by engaging non-health departments to broaden public awareness. Further she directed that regular supervision and monitoring be ensured through structured reporting by Chief Medical Officers, District Tuberculosis Officers, and Block Medical Officers. Strengthening the mechanisms of contact tracing, especially for newly diagnosed TB cases, was also highlighted to curb silent transmission and ensure effective containment of the disease.

As part of her field visits, Ms. Meera Srivastava inspected various health facilities including AAM at Phyang and Choglamsar, and PHC Thiksey. She interacted with health staff and frontline workers and reviewed the on-ground implementation of national health programmes. She lauded the commitment and innovative initiatives of the grassroots health workforce.

The Joint Secretary also visited SNM Hospital Leh, where she appreciated the dedicated service delivery by the Doctors and Staff, recognizing their vital role in strengthening healthcare systems in the region.

The visit concluded with a renewed commitment to collaborative efforts between the UT administration and the Ministry of Health & Family Welfare towards achieving national health goals and improving the overall health outcomes of the people of Ladakh.

09/07/2025

PRESS RELEASE

High-Level Meeting Convened to Accelerate TB Mukt Panchayat Initiative in Ladakh

Leh, July 9 : Aligning with the Hon’ble Prime Minister’s vision of a TB Mukt Bharat Abhiyan, a high level meeting was held today under the chairmanship of Principal Secretary, Health & Medical Education (H&ME), UT Ladakh, to discuss strategic interventions for achieving TB-Free Panchayats across Ladakh.

The meeting witnessed the presence of Mission Director, National Health Mission (NHM) Ladakh, Director Health Services, Deputy Commissioner Leh, Additional Commissioner Revenue Kargil, Chief Medical Officers of Leh and Kargil, District Tuberculosis Officers Leh/Kargil other concerned State and District TB officials.

During the meeting, both districts presented their current strategies and action plans aimed at eliminating Tuberculosis at the grassroots level. Principal Secretary H&ME emphasized the need for scaling up active TB screenings, especially focusing on the identification of cases based on the 10 common TB symptoms, and prioritizing vulnerable populations for timely intervention.
The Principal Secretary issued strict directions to intensify efforts at the Panchayat level by implementing focused strategies aligned with the six key indicators of the National Tuberculosis Elimination Programme (NTEP).
Further, directions were issued to ensure timely disbursement of benefits under the Nikshay Poshan Yojana, to support the nutritional needs of TB patients during the course of their treatment.
The District Commissioners of Leh and Kargil were instructed to prepare comprehensive Panchayat-level action plans aimed at achieving TB-free status in a mission-mode approach.

Additionally, Mission Director NHM Ladakh directed both districts to enhance the distribution of nutritional food baskets under the Pradhan Mantri TB Mukt Bharat Abhiyan (PMTBMBA) within the coming days and to ensure that all eligible TB patients receive the full spectrum of care and support during their treatment.
The meeting concluded with a renewed commitment from all stakeholders to work collaboratively and decisively toward the goal of eliminating TB from every Panchayat of Ladakh.

30/06/2025

Two-Day Training on VPD Surveillance Successfully Conducted at MD NHM Office

A two-day training programme on Vaccine Preventable Diseases (VPD) Surveillance was successfully conducted from 24th to 25th June 2025 at the office of the Mission Director, National Health Mission (NHM), UT Ladakh.

The training aimed to strengthen the surveillance mechanisms for VPDs across the Union Territory and was attended by key officials from the District Surveillance Units (DSU), District Immunization Officers (DIO), State Surveillance Unit (SSU), and State Immunization Office (SIO).

The sessions were led by Dr. Ashiq from the World Health Organization WHO, and Dr. Shikha Vardhan, Joint Director, IDSP, NCDC. The resource person provided in-depth technical guidance and interactive training modules, focusing on improving field-level implementation and real-time disease monitoring.

Participants were sensitized to the critical role of early detection, reporting, and response in VPD surveillance and were equipped with updated knowledge and skills necessary to ensure effective and timely interventions.

The training was part of NHM Ladakh’s continuous efforts to enhance public health preparedness and disease surveillance capacity across the region.

13/06/2025

Sh. Sanjeev Khirwar, Principal Secretary, Launches Ladakh Medical Census App

In a significant move towards digital healthcare, Sh. Sanjeev Khirwar, Principal Secretary of Health and Medical Education, UTLadakh, launched the Ladakh Medical Census App at a formal event held in his conference hall.

The Application was developed by Ms Deachan Choskit (Information security expert ABDM Ladakh) and Mr Hafizullah Khan (IT Consultant PmJAY), The App enables health officials to conduct a digital medical census by scanning ABHA (Ayushman Bharat Health Account) cards, which automatically fetch resident data. For those without ABHA IDs, the app integrates with Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) systems to generate new ones. Ration card numbers are also required, and PMJAY-eligible family members will be included in the survey, focusing on health issues across the region.

Sh. Khirwar emphasized the need for manual data entry options for individuals without Aadhaar or ABHA cards, ensuring no one is left out. He also sought information on the percentage of residents currently holding Aadhaar cards to better understand identification coverage in the region.

Ms. Chuskit outlined the app's features, technical process, and compliance with national security standards, highlighting that it has been certified through a Web Application Security Assessment. Health officials added that the census aims to build a comprehensive health database to inform better policy-making and public healthcare planning.

Sh. Khirwar appreciated the Health Department's efforts and encouraged the team to continue refining the app through field practice. He recommended regular updates, user feedback mechanisms, and the addition of features to address on-ground challenges.

The launch also marked the beginning of training sessions for census teams, including field surveyors from the National Health Mission (NHM) and trainers such as ASHA who will guide the teams on app usage and data collection procedures.

05/06/2025

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