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Health arrangements at Rajgir Malmas Mela benefit over 73,000 devotees: Bihar Minister

Patna, 12 June (UNI): Bihar Health Minister Nishant Kumar said that the state government has made extensive healthcare arrangements at the State Malmas Mela in Rajgir, ensuring that the health and safety of lakhs of devotees remain a top priority.
The minister today said that the comprehensive medical facilities set up by the Health Department have significantly benefited pilgrims visiting the religious fair. Between May 17 and June 10, over 73,078 devotees were provided with outpatient (OPD) services through health camps and medical centres established across the mela grounds.
According to official figures, the beneficiaries included 38,013 men and 34,862 women, while 203 patients suffering from serious health conditions were referred to higher medical institutions for advanced treatment.
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