Jajpur: Despite being one of Odisha’s leading industrial districts, Jajpur has fallen behind in providing adequate healthcare to its people. The district, known for its mines, factories, and mineral wealth, lacks proper medical facilities. Even after the establishment of a medical college and hospital ten months ago, hundreds of patients are still being referred daily to Cuttack or Bhubaneswar for treatment.

Jajpur district, with 1,781 villages and a population exceeding 18 lakh, has 12 Community health Centres (CHCs), 60 Primary Health Centres (PHCs), Maharaja Jajati Keshari Medical College, and the district headquarters hospital. However, the shortage of doctors has left healthcare services far below expectations.

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