India, April 27 -- Maharashtra health minister Prakash Abitkar directed officials to revive all health committees across the state to improve healthcare quality and ensure better services for citizens, according to a statement released by the department on Sunday.

Committees such as Rogi Kalyan Samiti, Jan Arogya Samiti, Mahila Arogya Samiti, and Village Health, Nutrition, and Sanitation Committee play a crucial role in monitoring healthcare services and implementing government schemes in both rural and urban areas.

He also directed that committee members should hold regular meetings, prepare action plans, undergo training, and improve coordination between departments.

Abitkar said, "Public participation is key to improving healthcare....