DODA: To mark the observance of International Snakebite Awareness Day 2025, the Health Department organized a series of awareness programmes across Doda district under the aegis of Integrated Disease Surveillance Programme (IDSP). The activities were held under the guidance of Chief Medical Officer Dr. Om Kumar, District Health Officer Dr. Raj Kumar and the close supervision of Block Medical Officers.
Awareness sessions were organised at PHC Assar, CHC Thathri, AAM Sub Centre Khellani (Assar) and in several other parts of the district. Health experts sensitized the community about snakebite prevention, early first aid and the importance of timely treatment at nearby health facilities. The department emphasized that raising awareness is crucial in reducing snakebite-related morbidity and mortality, particularly in rural and high-risk areas.


