Project Sampoorna Strengthens Women’s Health and Well-being in Assam

The Deepjyoti India Foundation, under Project Sampoorna, recently conducted its third health and wellness session for women at Bonda, Assam, focusing on preventive healthcare, mental well-being and community support.

About Project Sampoorna

• Project Sampoorna is a community-based initiative aimed at improving the physical, mental and social well-being of women through regular health interventions and awareness programmes.
• The project seeks to promote preventive healthcare, early diagnosis of diseases, mental health support and community empowerment.
• It is being implemented by Deepjyoti India Foundation in collaboration with the Assam State Rural Livelihoods Mission (ASRLM).

Key Highlights of the Initiative

• Nearly 90 per cent of returning beneficiaries reported noticeable improvements in their health and overall well-being within three months of participation.
• The programme focused on six-month preventive healthcare plans, mental health awareness and community support mechanisms.
• Medicines for anaemia, a major public health concern among women, were distributed.
• Women requiring Electrocardiogram (ECG) and ultrasound investigations were identified for further medical assistance and follow-up care.
• Special counselling sessions were conducted to address issues related to family stress, emotional well-being and personal challenges.

Exam Hook (Prelims)

Q. The National Mental Health Programme (NMHP) was launched in India primarily to:

• (a) Promote sports psychology
• (b) Integrate mental healthcare with general healthcare services
• (c) Provide health insurance coverage only
• (d) Regulate private hospitals

Answer: (b) Integrate mental healthcare with general healthcare services

One-Line Wrap

Project Sampoorna demonstrates how community-led healthcare initiatives can improve women’s physical health, mental well-being and social empowerment in rural Assam.