Lokmat News Network
Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar:
Reinforcing the message that a girl child is not a burden but the future, a total of 21 baby girls were born at GMCH and the civil hospital by 6 pm on Saturday, marking National Girl Child Day.
The births brought joy, satisfaction and hope to several families. National Girl Child Day is observed every year on January 24 with the aim of promoting a positive attitude towards the birth of girls, creating awareness about their health, education and safety, encouraging gender balance and strengthening women’s empowerment.
By 6 pm, 16 baby girls were born at GMCH, informed head of the obstetrics and gynaecology department Dr Shrinivas Gadappa. Five girls were born at the civil hospital, said civil surgeon Dr Kamalakar Mudkhedkar.
Vaccination and health guidance
Following the births, mothers and relatives expressed happiness and contentment. Families welcomed the birth of baby girls with joy and shared hopes for their future. Doctors, nurses and healthcare staff at the hospitals provided necessary medical care, conducted health check-ups of the newborns, administered vaccinations and offered health-related guidance to the mothers.
Preference for GMCH, civil hospital
The occasion also highlighted the growing trust in GMCH and the civil hospital. Owing to the availability of free and quality treatment for financially weaker families, experienced medical teams and modern facilities, many pregnant women have preferred these hospitals for delivery.