The Manipur Health and Family Welfare Minister on May 5 appealed to all local leaders to cooperate with ASHA workers in order to ennsure the success of the many health policies and schemes launched by the government.

The Manipur Health and Family Welfare Minister on May 5 said everybody wishes to live a longer life. It is also the expectation of all of us to lead a healthy life. In order to fulfill the wishes of the public the government has launched many health policies and schemes, he added. Mr Jayantakumar was speaking during inauguration of Kangchup Chiru Primary Health Sub-Centre (PHSC) building in Kangpokpi District.
Stating about the role of ASHA workers he said that ASHA volunteers has helped a lot to boost health sector. Recognising the  importance of ASHA volunteers, proposal to increase the incentives of ASHA workers has also been sent to the centre, he added.

Minister appealed the local leaders to co-operate with the ASHA workers and their activities. He further assured that the newly  inaugurated PHSC will be upgraded to Primary Health Centre (PHC) according to the need of the people in the surrounding villages. Ngamthang Haokip MLA said the participation of local leaders and villagers in such important function is quite necessary. He also  appealed the villagers to co-operate with the Government initiatives for the welfare of the people. Traditional song and dances were also  performed by the local youths to welcome the dignitaries as a part of the inaugural function.