Glenmark Foundation, in collaboration with the Centre for North East Studies & Policy Research (C-NES) and Darrang District Administration, has launched an innovative boat clinic program aimed at transforming maternal and child health in Assam’s remote riverine communities.
This groundbreaking initiative seeks to address the challenges of healthcare access in flood-affected areas by providing a mobile unit equipped with a laboratory and pharmacy. The boat clinic will deliver essential services such as immunizations, prenatal care, and health education, targeting the most vulnerable populations, particularly women and children.
“By launching this Boat Clinic, we are bridging a crucial gap in healthcare services,” said Nayana Parasher, DPM NHM Darrang. District Commissioner Munindra Nath Ngatey highlighted its role in extending health services to remote river islands.
C-NES, with a history of operating similar clinics in 14 Assam districts, now extends its reach to Darrang, marking a significant expansion. “This initiative will enhance healthcare access for marginalized communities,” noted Sanjoy Hazarika, Founder of C-NES.
“Cheryl Pinto of Glenmark, Executive Director – Corporate Services, emphasized the collaboration’s impact, stating, stating, “Our focus on maternal and child health drives us to seek innovative solutions like this Boat Clinic.”
