Bhilai Steel Plant’s CSR Initiative Provides Free Medical Consultations, Health Screening and Essential Medicines to 113 Women and 52 Men
Durg : The Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) Department of Bhilai Steel Plant (BSP) organised free health check-up camps in four villages of Durg district to improve access to basic healthcare facilities in rural areas. A total of 165 villagers, including 52 men and 113 women, received medical examinations, professional consultations and essential medicines free of cost.
The camps were conducted in Kurmigundra, Achhoti, Arasnara and Jajangiri villages. The initiative aimed to bring primary healthcare services closer to rural communities, particularly residents who often have to travel long distances to access medical facilities.
Health Camp at Kurmigundra: 52 Villagers Examined
A free health camp was organised in Kurmigundra village under Patan development block, where 52 residents underwent medical examinations. The beneficiaries included 25 men and 27 women.
Dr. Sarvesh Pradhan represented BSP and conducted health check-ups, providing necessary medical advice to the villagers. Pharmacist Manish Kumar and nursing staff member Renuka assisted in delivering healthcare services.
Vivek Dhruv supported the registration process, while Priyanka Sahu, Community Health Officer (CHO) from the District Hospital, also extended her assistance.
Achhoti Camp Provides Healthcare to 28 Residents
In Achhoti village under Nikum development block, 28 villagers, comprising 10 men and 18 women, received medical check-ups and free medicines.
Dr. Jyoti Sinha examined the residents and provided medical consultations. Pharmacist Vividh Barchhiha and nursing staff member Mohammad Siraj assisted with healthcare services.
Rakesh Kumar managed the registration process, while Nikita Prasad, a woman Community Health Officer from the District Hospital, contributed to the camp.
Arasnara Camp Benefits 40 Villagers
The health camp at Arasnara village in Patan development block provided medical services to 40 residents, including 13 men and 27 women.
Dr. Savita Banchhor conducted the medical examinations and offered necessary consultations. Pharmacist Vividh Barchhiha and nursing staff member Mohammad Siraj provided support during the camp.
Rakesh Kumar assisted with registration, while Veena Sahu, a woman Community Health Officer from the District Hospital, also supported the initiative.
The villagers received health check-ups and essential medicines free of charge.
Jajangiri Camp Records Participation of 45 Residents
At Jajangiri village in Dhamdha development block, 45 residents underwent medical examinations. The camp recorded participation from four men and 41 women.
Dr. Rajendra Sahu conducted the health check-ups and provided medical advice. Pharmacist Vividh Barchhiha and nursing staff member Mohammad Siraj assisted in delivering healthcare services.
Rakesh Kumar handled registration-related work, while Neha Verma, a woman Community Health Officer from the District Hospital, contributed to the camp.
BSP’s CSR Initiative Strengthens Rural Healthcare Access
The health camps enabled villagers to access primary healthcare services, medical consultations and essential medicines within their own communities, without having to travel to distant hospitals for routine health check-ups.
The initiative was particularly beneficial for residents who face difficulties accessing healthcare facilities due to distance and other practical constraints.
Through these camps, Bhilai Steel Plant’s CSR Department has taken a step towards improving healthcare accessibility and promoting health awareness among rural communities in Durg district.
The programme reflects BSP’s continued focus on community welfare through initiatives aimed at improving the quality of life of people living in surrounding rural areas.
