CHC Chakrata Medical Superintendent Dr Vipin Tomar carried out surprise inspections at health facilities in remote mountain areas on Wednesday, assessing service delivery and administrative records across the block.

The inspection covered primary health centres at Kwansi, Manthaat and Barauntha, along with the Lakhamandal sub-centre. The visit focused on whether routine services, documentation and medicine-related records were being maintained properly.

Records and facility management reviewed

Tomar examined outpatient department records, staff attendance details and medicine stock registers. He also checked documents linked to various health schemes and instructed personnel to keep all records updated regularly.

The medical superintendent stressed the need for cleaner facilities, improved working practices and better internal arrangements. He directed the teams to provide timely, quality healthcare to people living in remote areas, including those who may face difficulty reaching larger facilities.

Maternal health and immunisation discussed

At Kwansi, Tomar held a monthly review meeting with ASHA workers. Discussions covered maternal and child health, institutional deliveries, routine immunisation and progress under national health programmes.

The review placed attention on both preventive care and services for mothers and children. Staff were told to maintain focus on regular programme implementation while ensuring that patients receive services within the required time.

The inspection team included Chief Pharmacy Officer Manoj Negi, NMS Kriparam Sharma, Block Programme Manager Ashwani Kumar, Block Coordinator Mahavir Singh Rana, Dr Ashok, Vikram Shah and Gambhir, along with other health workers.

Conclusion

The surprise inspection reviewed clinical services, records, medicines and key public health programmes at 4 remote facilities. Officials directed staff to strengthen documentation, cleanliness and timely, quality care.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q. Which health facilities were inspected?

The team visited primary health centres at Kwansi, Manthaat and Barauntha, as well as the Lakhamandal sub-centre.

Q. Who led the inspection?

Dr Vipin Tomar, Medical Superintendent of CHC Chakrata, led the inspection.

Q. Which records were checked?

The review included outpatient records, attendance details, medicine stock registers and documents related to health schemes.

Q. What topics were discussed with ASHA workers?

The meeting covered maternal and child health, institutional deliveries, routine immunisation and national health programmes.

Q. What instructions were given to health workers?

They were asked to update records regularly, improve cleanliness and working arrangements, and provide timely, quality services in remote areas.