Yet again an instance of poor road connectivity affecting healthcare services in rural pockets has surfaced. Yet again an expectant mother was seen bearing the brunt of the alleged apathy of the government.
The latest occurrence from Malkangiri where a pregnant woman had to walk almost 7kms to reach hospital, corroborates the grim situation prevailing in the rural belts of Odisha.
Sukri Sisa, wife of Buda Sisa from Dagabeda village under Khairput block experienced labour pain, following which her family members called ambulance to shift her to nearest hospital.
However, due to non-motorable roads and consequent unavailability of ambulance, Sukri had no option but to walk for 7kms to reach the nearest hospital in Khairput. She was accompanied by her family members while walking down the uneven hilly terrains. Sukri finally reached hospital safely.
Lack of road connectivity to the mainland has been a curse for the people here. They have been struggling with the same problem for years now. The local administration has allegedly turned deaf ears and seems least interested to put an end to their woes.
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