In a heartwarming gesture of appreciation, Agartala Mayor Dipak Majumder announced the provision of health cards for all safaimitras (sanitation workers) during an Agartala Municipal Corporation (AMC) Health Camp held at the AMC Town Hall today.
The event brought together safaimitras from across the city to acknowledge their invaluable contribution to maintaining Agartala's cleanliness. Mayor Majumder expressed his sincere gratitude to the safaimitras for their unwavering dedication, especially when facing challenging weather conditions. He emphasized that the AMC is immensely proud of its safaimitras and will continue to prioritize their wellbeing. The health cards represent a significant step in this direction, ensuring that safaimitras have access to quality healthcare free of charge.
The camp was inaugurated by Mayor Majumder, who is also the MLA of 7 Ramnagar and was attended by several other dignitaries, including Deputy Mayor Manika Das Datta, Commissioner Dr. Shailesh Kumar Yadav, MIC Member Uday Vaskar Chakraborty and Chairman of the Standing Committee for Health and Family Welfare Uday Vaskar Chakraborty. All speakers acknowledged the crucial role played by safaimitras in keeping the city clean and healthy.
Commissioner Dr. Shailesh Kumar Yadav outlined future plans to further enhance the working conditions and welfare of safaimitras, reinforcing the AMC's commitment to supporting its workforce. This initiative by the AMC underscores its ongoing efforts to improve the lives of those who play a vital role in maintaining the city's hygiene and sanitation.
The health cards are a tangible expression of gratitude towards the safaimitras and a testament to the AMC's dedication to their welfare.
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