- Health Minister Shyam Bihari Jaiswal’s sensitive initiative, now disability certificate can be obtained
Local residents are benefiting from the sensitive thinking and public-spirited approach of State Health Minister Shyam Bihari Jaiswal. In the Manendragarh-Chirmiri-Bharatpur district, the Health Department took a humanitarian step to provide relief to Prembai Gond, a victim of a bear attack, which is being widely praised throughout the region.
Taking seriously the suffering and circumstances of Prembai Gond, a resident of Chidola village, who was seriously injured in a bear attack last year, a team from the District Medical Board personally visited the victim’s home and conducted a health check-up. The medical board’s examination confirmed Prembai Gond’s 55 percent disability. The process of issuing a disability certificate has also been initiated, which will facilitate her access to Forest Department assistance, insurance benefits, and other government facilities.
- Lost vision in one eye in bear attack
According to reports, on June 20, 2025, Prembai Gond was suddenly attacked by a bear while collecting wood and other forest produce in a forest area. In this traumatic incident, one of her eyes was severely damaged, permanently robbing her of her sight. Since the incident, she has lived a life of physical pain, financial hardship, and helplessness. A
disability certificate was mandatory to receive assistance from the Forest Department, but due to financial constraints and physical illness, she was unable to reach the district hospital. This initiative by the Health Department proved to be a major relief for her.
- Sensitive administrative initiative as per the wishes of the Health Minister
Health Minister Shyam Bihari Jaiswal has been continuously instructing officials to ensure that the benefits of government schemes and services reach the last person in society with sensitivity and a humanitarian approach. A team of expert doctors arrived on the scene, conducted a medical examination, and completed the necessary documentation. This not only provided mental relief to the victim and her family, but also facilitated their access to government assistance.
- An inspiring example of humanity, sensitivity and public service
This initiative by the Health Department in MCB district is not just an administrative action, but also an inspiring message of humanity, sensitivity, and public service. The medical board’s visit to the home of a distressed woman to ensure her rights is being considered a powerful example of the government’s positive work ethic, accountable administration, and public welfare mindset.