TFP Bureau, Raipur, April 7, 2025: Chief Minister Shri Vishnudev Sai on Monday flagged off a mobile cancer detection van from the CM Camp Office in Bagiya, marking the launch of a two-day free health consultation camp in Jashpur district. The initiative is being jointly organized by the Jashpur District Administration and Balco Medical Center, Raipur, under the guidance of the Health and Family Welfare Department.
The medical camp, being held at the Community Health Center in Kunkuri on April 7 and 8, aims to offer early diagnosis and consultation for serious diseases like cancer. Residents of Jashpur district will receive free screening and consultation services, particularly for breast cancer, uterine cancer, oral cancer, blood-related cancers, and other hematological disorders.
Chief Minister Sai emphasized the importance of early detection in combating life-threatening diseases and highlighted the government’s commitment to accessible and proactive healthcare, especially in rural areas. The cancer detection van will help identify symptoms and refer patients for timely treatment, potentially saving countless lives through early intervention.
The initiative reflects a growing focus on community-based healthcare and preventive medicine, aiming to reach even the remotest regions of the state.