Jaipur: The health department identified 6,175 high-risk pregnant women across the state between Oct 1 and 19 during an intensified drive to reduce maternal deaths through closer monitoring, timely treatment and stronger referral support.During the period, 11,928 antenatal care registrations were recorded. Officials said antenatal care coverage was ensured for all identified high-risk pregnant women to enable early detection of complications and prompt medical intervention.A senior health official said the key risk factors included anaemia, previous caesarean surgery, hypertension and other medical conditions that could increase complications during pregnancy or childbirth.The official said sustained efforts to strengthen maternal and child health services had begun showing results, with zero maternal deaths reported in 19 medical colleges and 58 district hospitals during this period.The department reviewed antenatal care services, identification and management of high-risk pregnancies, maternal deaths, modular operation theatres, availability of medicines and surgical items, and referral transport services through video conferencing from Swasthya Bhavan.According to the department, timely antenatal check-ups, early identification of high-risk pregnant women, appropriate treatment and regular follow-up remain top priorities. Chief medical and health officers have been directed to hold review meetings twice a month and ensure continuous monitoring of high-risk pregnancy identification, management and follow-up.Govt has also decided to construct modular operation theatres (OTs) in medical colleges and upgrade old operation theatres. Modular OTs are proposed in 35 medical colleges during 2026-27. Hospitals have been asked to prepare and send proposals to the Centre for new modular OTs and upgrading existing facilities.Officials were directed to ensure uninterrupted availability of essential drugs and supplies in all hospitals.Currently, 1,318 Prasav Sakhis are working in govt medical institutions across the state.Principal secretary, health and medical education, Gayatri Rathore directed specialist doctors from medical colleges to continue mentoring doctors and staff at nearby delivery points. She also stressed proper documentation of delivery and examination services and skill upgradation of healthcare workers.
