Sanjeevani will help tribal people access expert medical care, says Chief Minister Chandrababu Naidu
Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu launched the 'Sanjeevani' healthcare initiative in the Alluri Sitharama Raju district to provide remote tribal populations with access to specialist medical care. The program utilizes video consultations and drone technology for medical sample transport.
Why it matters
This initiative demonstrates the integration of advanced technology to bridge the healthcare gap in underserved, remote regions.
Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu has described the State government’s flagship initiative, Sanjeevani, as a game changer in delivering healthcare services even to people residing in the remote tribal areas.
Mr, Naidu, along with Health Minister Satya Kumar Yadav, launched the healthcare programme on a pilot basis at Gannela Panchayat of Araku Valley mandal in Alluri Sitharama Raju district on August 29 (Saturday).
Gannela is the fourth location in the State where the pilot programme has been launched, after Kuppam, Giddalur and Alur.
Addressing a large gathering, the Chief Minister said the initiative aims to integrate modern technology and medical expertise with healthcare services. “It will help tribal patients access specialist medical services without having to travel long distances to Paderu, Visakhapatnam, or other major hospitals,” he observed.
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