Target to reach over 34L children with campaign against diarhhoea
Yadav unveiled the 'Stop Diarrhoea Campaign 2025' poster, which will be implemented from June 16 to July 31, in coordination with the ministry of health & family welfare, govt of India, in the state.
The health minister said, the State targets to reach over 34.6 lakh children through door-to-door distribution of ORS packets and zinc tablets by ASHAs and ANMs, setup of ORS-zinc corners at health & wellness centres, AWCs, and village secretariats, water tank cleaning, quality testing, and intensified Rotavirus vaccination. The campaign also includes school-based awareness drives, Anganwadi outreach, and reinforcement of hygiene practices.
Yadav emphasised that this mission aligns with the vision of a healthy and happy Andhra Pradesh, integrating efforts across departments including women & child welfare, education, and rural development.
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