Port Blair, Nov. 14: Living On The Edge - LOTE, a leading local NGO, expresses profound gratitude to the A & N Administration and the Central Government of India for the recent extension of the Central Government Health Scheme (CGHS) to the pensioners under the A & N Administration. This welcome development follows the earnest request made by Shri. Abhay Kumar, President of Living On The Edge - LOTE, during his meeting with the Chief Secretary Shri. Keshav Chandra, IAS, of the A & N Islands on 01st September 2023, as conveyed through LOTE's Letter no. LOTE/AN/ADMN/23/07 dated 01/09/2023.
Abhay Kumar, in his capacity as the President of Living On The Edge - LOTE, advocated for the extension of the CGHS scheme to the employees & the pensioners of the A & N Administration during the meeting with Chief Secretary Shri. Keshav Chandra. This thoughtful and considerate decision by the A & N Administration and the Central Government showcases their commitment to the health and well-being of the dedicated workforce in the region.
The CGHS scheme, renowned for its comprehensive healthcare coverage, will undoubtedly enhance the quality of healthcare services available to the pensioners under the A&N Administration. This extension aligns with the government's overarching goal of providing accessible and quality healthcare to all, ensuring the welfare of its workforce.
LOTE commends the prompt and positive response of the A & N Administration and the Central Government in addressing the healthcare needs of the employees. This progressive step reflects their commitment to fostering a healthy and supportive work environment, acknowledging the critical role that the well-being of employees plays in the overall development of the region.
We extend our heartfelt appreciation to the A & N Administration and the Central Government of India for their responsiveness and proactive approach in extending the CGHS scheme to the pensioners under the A & N Administration with the request to the administration to extend the same facility to all the employees / journalist and all others who fulfils the criteria of the CGHS scheme, requested Abhay Kumar, President LOTE.