Agartala, 27th October 2026 : A special hygiene and sanitation campaign under the ‘Kayakalp’ initiative was organised at GBP Hospital on Tuesday, spearheaded by AGMC and GBP Hospital with support from Sulabh Sanitation and Hygiene. The programme was conducted as part of an all-India initiative aimed at strengthening cleanliness, sanitation and hygiene standards in public healthcare facilities.
The campaign focused on implementing the core principles of the Kayakalp programme and ensuring adherence to essential hygiene and sanitation protocols throughout the hospital premises. As part of the drive, various sections of GBP Hospital, including the Outpatient Department (OPD), different wards, restrooms, public toilets and other areas, underwent thorough cleaning.
Specialised training sessions were also conducted on biomedical waste management and hand hygiene to enhance awareness among hospital personnel about safe healthcare practices and infection prevention. The initiative aimed to promote a cleaner and safer hospital environment for patients, their attendants and healthcare workers.
Deputy Medical Superintendent (General Administration) Dr. Kanak Chowdhury, Deputy Medical Superintendent (Hospital Administration) Dr. Vishnu Goswami and Resident Medical Officer Dr. Bikash Debbarma attended the programme.
Nursing officers, staff members from the Ward Master’s office, paramedics and sanitation workers of GBP Hospital actively participated in the campaign.
The initiative highlighted the importance of collective responsibility in maintaining cleanliness and hygiene in public hospitals. Through systematic cleaning, staff training and improved awareness, the programme sought to reinforce sanitation practices and support better healthcare service delivery at GBP Hospital.
