As part of the Swachhata Hi Seva 2024 campaign, Akashvani, New Delhi organized two day large-scale preventive health check-up camps, Safai Mitra Suraksha Shivirs, and yoga training sessions for Safai Mitras during 1-2 October, 2024. Under this campaign, free eye, dental,gynecological, skin, gastrointestinal, and general check-ups were arranged by several hospitals for our Swachhata Heroes on 30th September and 1st October at Akashvani Premises.
A collaboration was also established with ESIC Hospital and Medical College, Faridabad (NIT), for a long-term association with the SafaiMitras. ESIC provided free on-the-spot registration, OPD slips for
general consultation and prescriptions from general physicians, and referrals for specialist consultations (as needed) for our Safai Mitras. A medical file was created for each Safai Mitra to keep all their prescriptions and test reports organized.
Blood testing facilities were provided by Dr. Lal Pathlabs for 200 sanitation workers, security guards, outsourced drivers, and MTS employees working in the complex, free of charge. On 1st October, a booth was set up to create awareness and provide a live demonstration of Ayushman Bharat PMJAY and ABHA Card benefits, along with fresh enrollment for eligible beneficiaries at Akashvani Bhawan for Safai Mitras and other staff of Prasar Bharati.
To raise awareness about the benefits of yoga among sanitation workers, a yoga training session was organized in association with a team of students from the Morarji Desai National Institute of Yoga for all sanitation workers in offices. Additionally, an interactive session on fraud awareness was organized in collaboration with Kotak Mahindra Bank Limited. It was attended by around 50 officials.
At the Suraksha Shivir, a free gynecological check-up was provided for female Safai Mitras in collaboration with Artemis Hospital, Gurugram. This initiative aimed to promote women’s health and well-being among sanitation workers, ensuring they have access to essential medical care. The event not only offered vital health services but also raised awareness about women’s health issues, encouraging Safai Mitras to prioritize their health and seek regular medical check-ups.
