In an effort to augment the medical facility in the district amidst the continuous fight against COVID-19 pandemic, inauguration of 250 LPM PSA Oxygen Plant was held on 7th October, 2021 at CHC Jalukie. The inauguration programme was graced by ADC Jalukie, Dr. Tinojongshi Chang in the presence of medical officials, public leaders and other officials.

Speaking during the inauguration programme, ADC Jalukie, Dr. Tinojongshi Chang lauded the Medical department and civil societies for their selfless service rendered in the fight against the pandemic. He also stated the challenging times of COVID-19 have given us the opportunity to redevelop our health & medical infrastructure and also the Government has taken all possible steps to fight against the pandemic and is committed to ensure better health and safety of the people of the country.

Stating that the people of Peren District are fortunate to have two Oxygen Plants in the district-one at CHC Jalukie and the other at DH Peren, the ADC further reminded the Medical staff and the citizens to take utmost care of the facility and also consider it as their own assets. 

Others who spoke in the Programme were NZPO President, Kevipelie Iheilung and Jalukie town Chairman Union President, Hauneu.

Earlier, the function was presided by Medical Officer CHC Jalukie, Dr. Ruokuovinuo Rachel, while vote of thanks was proposed by Dy. CMO Peren, Dr. Lanuakum Jamir. The dedicatory prayer was said by St. Xavier College Jalukie, Principal, Rev Dr. Francis Cheerangal.

The Oxygen Plant is constructed under the Prime Minister's Citizens Assistance and Relief in Emergency Situation (PM-CARES) Fund.

(DPRO & Mamang IA, Peren)