State Child Rights Commission Chairperson Visits Flood-Affected Areas in Ganjam
Desk,Odishabarta
Reviews Health, Nutrition and Relief Measures for Women and Children
Directs Officials to Ensure Safe Drinking Water, Hygiene and Proper Healthcare Services
Asika, November 5, 2026: StateChairperson of the Odisha State Commission for Protection of Child Rights (OSCPCR), Babita Patra, undertook a two-day visit to Ganjam district to review the situation of women and children affected by the recent floods and assess the relief, healthcare and rehabilitation measures being implemented by the administration.
During her visit, the Chairperson inspected several flood-affected areas under Asika NAC and Asika Block, including K. Nuapalli, Nabratnapur and Mangalpur. She also visited the Asika Sub-Divisional Hospital, Anganwadi centres and schools to assess the ground situation and personally monitor the facilities and services being provided to women and children.
At the healthcare centre, she reviewed the medical facilities available for women and children and discussed the additional measures required to ensure uninterrupted healthcare services during the post-flood situation.
Emphasising the importance of safe drinking water and sanitation, she educated people on the use of halogen tablets for water purification. She also directed the concerned Community Health Officer to ensure the proper use of bleaching powder and phenyl to maintain environmental hygiene and prevent the spread of waterborne diseases and infections.
The Chairperson also visited several villages in the block and interacted directly with women and children to understand their difficulties. She reviewed the availability of free food provided by the government, their health conditions and individual grievances, while taking steps to facilitate necessary assistance and redressal.
Stressing the Commission’s commitment to safeguarding the rights and welfare of women and children during natural disasters, Babita Patra said that their health, safety and access to proper medical care would always remain the highest priority. Timely intervention and appropriate action are essential to ensure that women and children receive adequate protection and care under all circumstances, she emphasised.
The visit was attended by the Asika Block Development Officer (BDO), District Social Welfare Officer, District Child Protection Officer (DCPO), Child Development Project Officer (CDPO) and other concerned officials
