CM Mann led Govt takes pioneering step to extend quality healthcare to inmates

HM emphasises holistic care, including mental health for jail inmates

Punjab Newsline, Chandigarh-

Building on the monumental success of the Aam Aadmi Clinics across the state, the CM Bhagwant Singh Mann-led Punjab Government is now planning a pioneering pilot project to open Aam Aadmi Clinics within Central Jails to provide comprehensive and quality healthcare, including crucial mental health support, to inmates.

Sharing details about the new initiative, Punjab Health and Family Welfare Minister Dr Balbir Singh said that apart from treating physical ailments, taking care of the mental health of inmates is equally important. "We recognise that many who are behind bars are mentally disturbed, which can be a f

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