Chandigarh: Haryana Health Minister Arti Singh Rao said that 12 types of primary health services launched under the Urban Health Mission are bringing significant changes in the lives of the urban poor.
Sharing this information today, she said that 107 Urban Primary Health Centres (UPHCs) and 165 Urban Ayushman Arogya Mandirs (UAAMs) are currently operational in the state. The government is committed to ensuring that no individual is deprived of healthcare services due to poverty or frequent changes in residence.
Minister Arti Singh Rao informed about the progress of the mission, stating that all UPHCs and UAAMs have been upgraded as Ayushman Arogya Mandirs. They now provide 12 comprehensive primary healthcare services to urban poor patients. These include maternal and child health services, family planning, prevention and management of communicable and non-communicable diseases, dental and eye care, mental health services, palliative care for the elderly, and emergency medical services.
She further said that the National Urban Health Mission was launched in June 2013 under the National Health Mission. This mission is bringing major improvements in the health sector across Haryana’s cities and towns. It is dedicated to serving the urban poor, especially those living in slums, daily-wage labourers, construction workers, rickshaw pullers, waste pickers, street children, and other vulnerable groups.
The Health Minister added that through regular outreach activities in slum areas, these health centres are spreading awareness about healthy practices, ensuring routine immunisation, and providing essential maternal and child healthcare services. In addition, all Ayushman Arogya Mandirs offer free essential medicines and diagnostic services. Yoga sessions and tele-consultation services are also being conducted to promote holistic health.
She also informed that some UPHCs have been upgraded into Specialist Urban Primary Health Centres, where citizens can now avail specialist consultations close to their homes.
Arti Singh Rao said that the Haryana Health Department and the Urban Health Mission, Haryana are committed to making the state healthy, strong, and inclusive. The government is determined to ensure that quality healthcare reaches every citizen, especially the poor and vulnerable living in urban areas.
Just like in rural regions, the state government has now set a new benchmark for accessible, affordable, and quality healthcare services for the urban poor population as well.
