India, Oct. 9 -- Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi has stressed the need to reduce maternal, infant and newborn mortality in the state. He has directed the Health Department to take campaign-based measures to bring down the death rates.

The directions were issued during a 'Prayas' meeting held at Lok Seva Bhawan in Bhubaneswar on Thursday, where the Chief Minister reviewed issues related to health, nutrition and education. He emphasised identifying social sector problems at the grassroots level and ensuring quick and lasting solutions.

Better Healthcare For Mothers And Newborns Majhi stressed the need to improve healthcare services for mothers and newborns in rural and remote areas. He also called for strengthening emergency serv...