AIIMS Guwahati today inaugurated a series of awareness sessions and health camps under the Government of India’s flagship initiative ‘Swasth Nari, Sashakt Parivar Abhiyan’. The campaign which was launched today by Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi along with the 8^th Poshan Maah, marks a historic step towards strengthening healthcare and nutrition services for women, adolescent girls, and children across India. The campaign, which will continue till 2nd October 2025, further seeks to empower women and families by providing free healthcare services and raising awareness on crucial health issues.

The inaugural ceremony at AIIMS Guwahati was attended by Shri Dilip Saikia, Member of Parliament, who reaffirmed the Government’s vision of achieving a Viksit Bharat by 2047. He underlined that women’s health is a cornerstone of family and national well-being, stressing that healthy families form the foundation of a strong nation. He spoke about key initiatives such as LPG distribution and the opening of over 50 crore bank accounts for women by the Government. Prof. (Dr.) Ashok Puranik, Executive Director of AIIMS Guwahati, stated that the programme is designed to offer free diagnostic tests, medicines and preventive care along with strengthening health awareness at the community level.

As part of the initiative, AIIMS Guwahati will hold a blood donation drive, conduct health check-ups in schools, colleges, and community centres, and carry out awareness programmes on nutrition, female cancers, mental health, and menstrual hygiene. A Nikshay Mitra enrolment drive has also been launched to extend support to TB patients. Women can avail free services and screening of Anemia, Diabetes, Hypertension, Body Mass composition, Pap Smear, Health Education etc. till 2^nd October 2025 at a dedicated kiosk in its premises. AIIMS Guwahati invites the participation of women from all sections of society to avail these free healthcare services and contribute to building a healthier and stronger nation.

. @AIIMS_Guwahati is hosting multiple awareness programmes under the #SwasthaNariSashaktParivar Abhiyan, an initiative by @MoHFW_INDIA
and @MinistryWCD . The campaign focuses on preventive healthcare and better access to essential medical services, aiming to strengthen families… pic.twitter.com/MG1d0vBU7Q

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