Zero maternal deaths recorded in 19 medical colleges and 58 district hospitals over the past month
Modular operation theatres being constructed at 35 medical colleges across the state
11,928 pregnant women registered for antenatal care in October; 6,175 high-risk pregnancies covered
Directions issued to ensure uninterrupted supply of medicines and surgical items in hospitals
Jaipur, October 2026: Rajasthan Chief Secretary V. Srinivas said sustained efforts to strengthen maternal and child healthcare in the state were beginning to yield positive results. Special attention is being given to antenatal care, timely identification and management of high-risk pregnancies, regular monitoring and the availability of quality delivery services.
According to information presented during a review meeting, no maternal deaths were recorded in 19 medical colleges and 58 district hospitals during October, marking a significant achievement.
Srinivas chaired the review meeting through video conferencing from Swasthya Bhawan on Thursday. He conducted a detailed assessment of antenatal care services, the identification and management of high-risk pregnancies, maternal deaths, modular operation theatres, the availability of medicines and surgical items, and referral transportation services.
He interacted with medical college superintendents, heads of gynaecology departments, joint directors and chief medical and health officers to obtain feedback and issue necessary directions.
Focus on Antenatal Care and High-Risk Pregnancies
The Chief Secretary said providing timely antenatal care (ANC) to pregnant women and ensuring the proper treatment and follow-up of high-risk pregnancies were key priorities.
During October, 11,928 pregnant women were registered for ANC services, while 6,175 high-risk pregnant women received ANC coverage.
He directed all chief medical and health officers to hold review meetings twice a month to regularly monitor the identification, management and follow-up of high-risk pregnancies.
Modular Operation Theatres at 35 Medical Colleges
Srinivas reviewed the construction of modular operation theatres (OTs) at medical colleges and the upgrading of existing conventional OTs into modular facilities.
According to the review, modular OTs are being constructed at 35 medical colleges across Rajasthan during 2026–27.
He also directed officials to prepare proposals for constructing new modular OTs and upgrading existing ones, and submit them to the Central Government.
Uninterrupted Supply of Medicines and Surgical Items
Reviewing the availability of medicines and surgical supplies at medical colleges and other hospitals, the Chief Secretary directed officials to ensure that patients faced no difficulties during treatment.
He stressed that all hospitals must maintain an uninterrupted supply of essential medicines and surgical items.
Strengthening Ambulance and Referral Services
The Chief Secretary also reviewed the availability of the 104 Janani Express service and the 108 emergency ambulance service, which cater to pregnant women and other patients in need of transportation.
According to data available up to October 19, 2026, these services had recorded a total of 39,436 trips.
He directed officials to ensure that patients requiring referral transportation received timely assistance, preventing delays in reaching appropriate healthcare facilities for necessary treatment.
Mentoring and Skill Development for Healthcare Staff
The state has 1,318 Prasav Sakhis (birth companions) across government healthcare institutions.
Principal Secretary for Medical and Health Gayatri Rathore directed specialist doctors from medical colleges to continue mentoring doctors and staff working at nearby delivery points.
She also emphasised proper documentation of childbirth and diagnostic services, along with efforts to upgrade the skills of healthcare personnel.
Mission Director, National Health Mission, Dr Jogaram; Managing Director, Rajasthan Medical Services Corporation Limited (RMSCL), Pukhraj Sain; Commissioner of Medical Education Babulal Goyal; Commissioner of Food Safety and Drug Control Avichal Chaturvedi; Director of Public Health Dr Ravi Prakash Sharma; Additional Mission Director, NHM, Dr T. Shubhamangala; Director of Reproductive and Child Health, Dr Madhu Rateshwar; Chief Engineer (Civil) Akshay Kumar Jain; and other concerned officials attended the meeting.
