Sensitization and Awareness Programme among NCC Cadets of Morigaon College under JOSH (Joint Squad for Health)

Dalim Phukan.
Hills Live News, Morigaon, October 8: A sensitization and awareness programme was conducted among the NCC Cadets of Morigaon College (Autonomous) in reference to the nationwide launch of JOSH (Joint Squad for Health) for TB Mukt Bharat Abhiyaan .

The programme focused on sensitizing young NCC cadets regarding their role in strengthening community participation in public-health initiatives and nation-building activities. Particular emphasis was given to their involvement in awareness generation and mobilization of vulnerable and high-risk populations for TB screening, thereby supporting the objectives of the TB Mukt Bharat Abhiyaan.

During the session, the importance of providing psycho-social support to individuals and families affected by TB was also discussed. The cadets were encouraged to contribute towards reducing stigma, promoting early health-seeking behaviour and motivating vulnerable individuals to access appropriate screening and treatment services. The important roles that can be played by NCC cadets and MY Bharat volunteers in community mobilization, awareness activities and other nation-building initiatives were explained.

The session was conducted by Dr. Amar Jyoti Deka, District TB Officer, Morigaon.
From Morigaon College (Autonomous), Sri Samujal Saikia, Assistant Professor, Department of Assamese and Associate NCC Officer, was present.

A total of 30 NCC cadets were sensitized through the programme.