(a) whether his Ministry is contemplating to make a comprehensive action plan for School Health Programme in collaboration with the Health Ministry; and
(b) if so, the details thereof along with the present status thereof?
(a) whether his Ministry is contemplating to make a comprehensive action plan for School Health Programme in collaboration with the Health Ministry; and
(b) if so, the details thereof along with the present status thereof?
MINISTER OF THE STATE IN THE MINISTRY OF HUMAN RESOURCE DEVELOPMENT (Dr. D. PURANDESWARI)
(a) & (b): In convergence with School Health Programme of the National Rural Health Mission (NRHM) of the Ministry of Health & Family Welfare, half-yearly health check-up of the students is being carried out. In addition, Iron Folic Acid, Vitamin-A and Deworming Tablets are also distributed to the children. This is reviewed during the Programme Approval Board meetings with the States.