348 Women Received Free Maternity Services in One Month at Rapti Health Science Institute

Since the implementation of the Mother Safety Program at the Rapti Health Science Institute in Dang, 348 women received free maternity services in the month of Baisakh. According to the institute, 208 women underwent normal delivery while 140 women had safe deliveries through surgical procedures. Acting Director Dr. Suresh Rasaili noted a significant increase in patient numbers since the free maternity service began.

After the application of the Mother Safety Program, maternity services at Rapti Health Science Institute have become more effective. From Baisakh 1 to 29 of the current fiscal year, a total of 348 women utilized the free maternity services. Under the leadership of obstetrics specialist Professor Dr. Basant Lamichhane, other expert physicians actively participated in providing these services.

Dr. Suresh Rasaili, Acting Chief of Office and Associate Professor at the institute, stated that women have expressed satisfaction with the free maternity services. He remarked, “The availability of these services has led to a daily increase in the number of beneficiaries.” According to available data, 208 women had normal deliveries and 140 were safely delivered through surgical procedures, ensuring safe childbirth for a total of 348 women.

Additionally, within the past month, 41 women received miscarriage (abortion) services in the maternity department, and another six women received other related services. Records show that in Baisakh, the maternity department provided outpatient services to 2,194 women and admitted 53 for necessary treatment.