Khar, November 24 (MExN): A medical certification health camp for MR (Mental Retardation) and II (Intellectual Impairment) was held on November 23 at Khar Village under Mangkolemba Block of Mokokchung District of Nagaland. The Medical camp was conducted as a part of District Mental Health Programme, Mokokchung in collaboration with Khar Village Council and assisted by Grace Society CBR Forum (Community Based Rehabilitation Forum) Changtongya for certification and Disability ID.
It was conducted by Dr. Temsuyanger, DPO (UIP/RCH) Nodal Officer, District Mental Health Programme, Mokokchung. Altogether, 18 people with Mental Retardation and Intellectual Impairment were examined and provided free medicine and recommended for Disability certificate according to the severity of their disability. This Certification camp was carried out so that Peoples with Disabilities (PWDs) in the area would be able to get medical facilities and avail their entitlements under various Government Schemes.
The Medical authority in a press release has thanked the stakeholder, Khar Village Council and public of the area for coming forward and helping them in making the health camp a successful one and further encouraged them to help them in future for the cause of the PWDs.
