The initiative under Swachhata Hi Seva 2026 will focus on preventive healthcare, medical screenings and workplace safety, while separate activities promote cleanliness and environmental awareness.
RAIPUR : The National Institute of Technology (NIT) Raipur has launched a five-day workshop to improve the health, workplace safety and dignity of its sanitation workers under the Swachhata Hi Seva (SHS) 2026 campaign.
Organised by the institute’s Sahayog Club in collaboration with its dispensary, the workshop began on Monday with the theme “Occupational Health, Hygiene and Safety: Safai Mitra Suraksha evam Samman.” The initiative aims to promote preventive healthcare, better workplace ergonomics and greater recognition of the contribution made by sanitation workers.
The workshop will conclude on October 16 with a final health assessment and closing ceremony.
Health Screenings and Medical Consultations
The programme will provide sanitation workers with health awareness sessions, medical consultations and specialised screening camps.
Planned services include dental and oral health assessments, eye examinations, orthopaedic consultations, physiotherapy and evaluations of musculoskeletal health. Workers will also be screened for diabetes, hypertension, malnutrition and anaemia.
The initiative is designed to help identify health concerns at an early stage and encourage workers to seek timely medical advice.
Dr. Ashish Kumar Dash, Dr. Madhukrishna Priyadarshini and Dr. Soumya Agrawal are coordinating the workshop.
NIT Raipur Officials Highlight Importance of Sanitation Workers
Dr. Sameer Bajpayee, Head of the Career Development Centre (CDC) at NIT Raipur, attended the inaugural programme as the chief guest. Other attendees included Dr. Dharma Pal, Chairperson of the Housekeeping Committee; Dr. Vivek Kumar Gaba, faculty in-charge of the Training and Placement Cell; and Dr. Tirath Prasad Sahu, nodal officer for Swachhata Hi Seva 2026.
Welcoming the guests, faculty members and sanitation workers, Dr. Ashish Kumar Dash outlined the objectives of the initiative.
Dr. Soumya Agrawal explained that the programme would focus on health awareness, medical advice and specialised examinations to help workers address a range of health concerns.
Dr. Dharma Pal emphasised the essential role sanitation workers play in the smooth functioning of the institute, describing them as an integral part of the NIT Raipur family.
Chief guest Dr. Sameer Bajpayee welcomed the initiative and stressed the importance of prevention over treatment. He encouraged sanitation workers to participate actively, discuss their health concerns openly and make full use of the medical facilities available through the workshop.
‘Safai Mitra Samman’ Recognises Workers’ Contribution
A special Safai Mitra Samman ceremony was also held during the inauguration to recognise the services of sanitation workers.
Medical and healthcare kits were distributed to the workers as a gesture of appreciation for their contribution to maintaining cleanliness across the campus.
Dr. Madhukrishna Priyadarshini delivered the vote of thanks at the conclusion of the inaugural programme.
NCC Unit Conducts Cleanliness Drive at Dangania Pond
As part of the wider Swachhata Hi Seva 2026 campaign, NIT Raipur’s National Cadet Corps (NCC) unit organised a cleanliness drive at Dangania Pond on October 11.
The activity was conducted under the guidance of Dr. Neeraj Manhas and faculty in-charge Dr. Jitendra K. Raut. NCC cadets participated in the drive to promote environmental cleanliness and emphasise the importance of collective responsibility in maintaining public spaces.
Dance Club Presents Message of a Clean and Green India
The institute’s dance club, Nrityam, organised a cultural presentation titled “Nritya Sankalp: Dance for Swachh Bharat” on October 12.
The programme was held in the presence of Dr. Manoj Chopkar, Dean of Student Welfare, and was guided by Dr. Shruti S. Nagdeve and Dr. Anil Manjhi.
Through dance, the performers highlighted the importance of cleanliness, sustainable development and public participation in building a cleaner and greener India.
Together, the healthcare workshop, recognition ceremony, cleanliness drive and cultural presentation reflect NIT Raipur’s efforts to connect sanitation, worker welfare and environmental responsibility under the Swachhata Hi Seva 2026 campaign.
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