Port Blair, Sept. 22: The Deputy Commissioner South Andaman, Shri Suneel Anchipaka along with SDM (SA) and the AC (U/T) visited three Child Care Institutions (CCIs) viz. Balika Niketan at Attam Pahar, Capstone at Bird Line and Darusallam Yatim Khana at Goalghar to inspect the COVID-19 preparedness in the CCIs. The CCIs come under the perview of District Child Protection Unit (DCPU), South Andaman District.

The DC interacted with the children at these institutions and enquired about their wellbeing and also discussed about their needs. Fresh fruits were distributed under the campaign Save Food-Share Food after taking the opinion of Food Safety Officer and following the COVID-19 protocols.

The District Administration is ensuring all necessary precautions to prevent any spread of COVID-19 infections in these institutions. Regular monitoring of the health conditions of the children is being done by the DCPU to ensure good mental and physical health of the children.

The team also briefed the children about the importance of wearing masks and maintaining social distancing.