Question : SCHOOL HEALTH PROGRAMME



(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?

Answer given by the minister


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.