Directorate of Health Services

Official account of DHS, A&N Islands

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Supported by the anesthesia and PICU teams, the baby is recovering well—showcasing the value of super-specialist care in the Andaman & Nicobar Islands.

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A 1-day-old newborn diagnosed with rare Type 3b ileal atresia underwent a life-saving emergency surgery at GB Pant Hospital. The expert team led by Prof. Dr. Saji Vargheese and Dr. Anis Akhtarkhavari successfully removed the blocked intestinal segment and restored continuity.

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As part of Fire Safety Week (May 4–10), a fire safety mockdrill was conducted at G.B. Pant Hospital, ANIIMS, in coordination with Fire & Police Dept. of A&N Admin. Healthcare workers actively participated, boosting emergency preparedness, patient safety & institutional resilience

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An awareness stall under the #TBMuktBharat 100 Days Campaign was showcased at the Block SHG Mela organized by CD Block Prothrapur, featuring videos on campaign activities alongwith Ayushman Arogya Shivir

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38 Gram Panchayats and 18 Tribal Villages Declared TB Mukt in Andaman & Nicobar Islands for the year 2025

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#TBMuktBharat

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State launch of the 100-day TB Mukt Bharat Abhiyan at Sri Vijaya Puram on #WorldTBDay2026. Dr Sachin Shinde highlighted advances in TB care - stressed sustained, community-driven efforts Dr P Lal outlined active screening, AI-enabled outreach health camps & Nikshay Mitra support

[Directorate of Health Services @Healthandaman]

State launch of the 100-day TB Mukt Bharat Abhiyan at Sri Vijaya Puram on #WorldTBDay2026. Dr Sachin Shinde highlighted advances in TB care - stressed sustained, community-driven efforts Dr P Lal outlined active screening, AI-enabled outreach health camps & Nikshay Mitra support

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67-yr-old woman with rare appendix cancer (mucinous adenocarcinoma) successfully treated via advanced keyhole surgery at GB Pant Hospital by Dr Saji Vargheese & Dr Anis Akhtarkhavari with anesthesia by Dr Narayan. Patient recovered well advanced cancer care now in the A&N Islands

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Cochin Shipyard Limited, launches Nutritional Support for 50 TB Patient Families in Andaman & Nicobar Islands under #PradhanMantriTBMuktBharatAbhiyan, in partnership with Sewa International — strengthening India’s mission for a TB-free nation.

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A life-saving milestone at GB Pant Hospital, SVP, Team led by Dr. Saji Vargheese, with anesthesia support by Dr. Narayan R, successfully performed thoracoscopic repair of a life-threatening congenital diaphragmatic hernia in a 1-day-old neonate. Quality care ensured under ABPMJAY

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Successfully performed thoracoscopic repair of Left Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia in a 1-day-old neonate. One week later, discharged today by A&N Health Department. A win for neonatal care. 👶✨

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DHS, A&N Administration organized a 5-day training on Adolescent Friendly Health Services under RKSK for ANMs & CHOs, expanding adolescent care beyond Sexual & Reproductive Health to include nutrition, mental health, NCDs, injury & violence prevention, & substance misuse.

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Nutrition is key to TB recovery. Under #TBMuktBharatAbhiyaan, Canara Bank joined as #NikshayMitra, providing nutritional support to 50 TB patients in South Andaman for 1 year. Collective efforts strengthen India’s march towards #TBFreeIndia.

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Awareness session on Tuberculosis conducted for school students of the A&N Islands, empowering young minds with knowledge on TB prevention, early symptoms, and the importance of a TB-free future.

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Awareness session on Tuberculosis conducted for school students of the A&N Islands, empowering young minds with knowledge on TB prevention, early symptoms, and the importance of a TB-free future.

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Orientation training on Adult BCG Vaccination was held on 13.12.2025 at CHC Nancowrie under the supervision of (Lt. Col.) Dr. Nirmal Kumar Bajpai, with sessions on eligibility, administration & field-level implementation for ANMs, CHOs, MPHWs and ASHAs.

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A one-day orientation on Adult BCG Vaccination under NTEP was held on 13/12/2025 at BJR Hospital, Car Nicobar. Sessions covered TB overview, Adult BCG guidelines, AEFI surveillance & planning, with participation from NTEP staff and field functionaries.

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State TB Officer, A&N Islands visited Health & Wellness Centres at Arong & Kakana, Car Nicobar, interacting with TB patients and medical staff for supervision & monitoring under the #TBMuktBharatAbhiyan—strengthening grassroots TB care and support.

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State TB Officer, A&N Islands visited the TB Ward at BJR Hospital, Car Nicobar, interacting with TB patients and medical staff for supervision & monitoring under the #TBMuktBharatAbhiyan—reinforcing quality care and a shared commitment to a TB-free India.

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State TB Officer, A&N Islands visited Car Nicobar, interacting with TB patients at their homes for supervision & monitoring under the #TBMuktBharatAbhiyan—strengthening care, support, and commitment to a TB-free India.