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Kohima: Nagaland officials launched a GPS-enabled Mobile Medical Unit in Kohima on July 24 to serve the Noklak district. The van functions as a Mobile Ayushman Arogya Mandir. It brings primary care directly to remote areas. Residents previously relied on a unit shared with neighboring Tuensang.
The Department of Health and Family Welfare led the rollout. TATA AIG General Insurance Company funded the unit through its corporate social responsibility program. This marks the company's third such project in Nagaland. The launch aligns with the insurer's 25th anniversary. Company representatives Madhukar Sinha and Devang Pandya said the work aims to build lasting social impact.
Joseph Julian and P. Bhoopathy of Swasti noted the program provides medical equipment valued between Rs 20 and 22 lakh across six districts. They described the project as a long-term commitment rather than a “give and go” effort. The unit delivers essential healthcare packages free of cost.
Commissioner and Secretary Anoop Khinchi attended the launch. He urged health workers to teach communities about healthy diets and preventive habits. National Health Mission Director Dr. Keveduyi Theyo called the arrival of the dedicated unit a historic milestone. Additional speakers included Tuensang Chief Medical Officer Dr. Imlitemsu Ozukum, Khiamniungan Union Kohima president Dr. Thanghoi Lam, and DHFW Secretary S. Tainiu. Neikule of The Entrepreneurs Associates delivered the vote of thanks before dignitaries officially flagged off the vehicle.
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