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Bombay HC Expresses Concern Over Rising Tribal Deaths Amid No Access To Hospitals
Concerned about the rising number of deaths in Palghar, the Bombay High Court took a note and expressed concern. On August 18, the HC bench said, “We are really concerned about why the deaths are not coming down." The statement was made after a report came about a tribal woman losing her twins on way to a hospital for delivery, as there was no access to hospital and doctors.
Tags: Bombay HC, Tribal People, Palghar, Maharashtra , Hospitals
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Health Care Services In Tribal Areas Need Improvement: NCST Chairperson
National Commission for Scheduled Tribe Chairperson Harsh Chouhan emphasises to enhance modern medical facilities for Tribal people in rural areas. During a two-day SAMWAD event (on March 15-16), Chouhan dismissed the rumours that Tribal people believe in superstitions and avoid medical help, and said they choose alternatives, due to the lack of medical facilities in such regions. He also urged government to address their health problems and… read-more
Tags: Tribal People, Scheduled Tribe, Rural India, health care facilities, National Commission
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