Agreements were also signed for the establishment of four new medical colleges under the PPP mode
Union Minister of Health and Family Welfare, Jagat Prakash Nadda inaugurated government medical colleges in Sheopur and Singrauli, along with a series of centrally sponsored health programmes aimed at strengthening public health and community outreach in Madhya Pradesh. Dr Mohan Yadav, Chief Minister, Madhya Pradesh; Rajendra Shukla, Deputy Chief Minister, Public Health and Medical Education Department, Madhya Pradesh etc were also present.
Speaking on the occasion, Nadda highlighted the government’s vision of expanding access to quality medical education and healthcare services, while ensuring that citizens across the country benefit from modern facilities and preventive health initiatives.
As part of the programme, the following initiatives were launched:
- Inauguration of New Government Medical Colleges in Sheopur and Singrauli: These colleges will significantly expand opportunities for medical education and healthcare delivery in underserved regions.
- Distribution of 8 lakh Vay Vandana PVC Cards: Aimed at facilitating access to health services for beneficiaries.
- Launch of ‘Ayushman Sakhi’ Smart Chatbot: An interactive platform designed to provide citizens with easy access to information and support under health schemes.
- Milestone under Swasthya Yakrit Mission (Healthy Liver Mission): Achievement of 1 crore screenings under the mission was formally announced.
- ‘Asha Samvaad’ initiative: A new platform enabling direct interaction between ASHA workers and the Ministry was inaugurated.
- Maternal and Child Health promotion: Release of communication material on maternal nutrition, along with the introduction of the new Mother and Child Protection (MCP) Card.
On this occasion, agreements were also signed for the establishment of four new medical colleges under the Public–Private Partnership (PPP) mode, with the support of the Union Health Ministry, further expanding opportunities for medical education and service delivery in the state.
These initiatives mark a significant step towards expanding medical education, strengthening preventive healthcare, empowering frontline health workers, and improving maternal and child health outcomes in Madhya Pradesh.
