Health Minister Nisha Mehta States Ministry on High Alert for Monsoon Risks
Summary
Health Minister Nisha Mehta says the ministry is on high alert as heavy monsoon rains raise the risk of floods, landslides, and inundation across the country. Hospitals have been instructed to keep staff, medicines, and emergency services ready, while high-risk areas are being stocked with essential supplies.
Key Points
- The Health Ministry is on high alert and prepared for monsoon-related risks, according to Minister Nisha Mehta.
- Hospitals and health institutions nationwide have been told to maintain manpower, medicines, and emergency health services.
- Provincial and local health bodies are coordinating with the ministry, with emergency operations centers on standby 24/7.
- Essential supplies including medicines, anti-snake venom, and oral rehydration salts are being pre-positioned in high-risk areas.
