Mission Swasth Kavach spreads awareness against silent killer – Hypertension
On the occasion of World Hypertension Day, a BP monitoring and awareness Camp was organized at Senior Citizens Welfare Association under the banner of Mission Swasth Kavach — district administration’s public health awareness initiative aimed at promoting preventive healthcare, emergency response preparedness, and community participation.
City Air News
May 16, 2026 05:30
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Ludhiana, May 16, 2026: On the occasion of World Hypertension Day, a BP monitoring and awareness Camp was organized at Senior Citizens Welfare Association under the banner of Mission Swasth Kavach — district administration’s public health awareness initiative aimed at promoting preventive healthcare, emergency response preparedness, and community participation.
In the camp, where young volunteers interacted with senior citizens, spreading awareness about hypertension while strengthening intergenerational bonding and social responsibility. The event was organized under the guidance of Deputy Commissioner Himanshu Jain in collaboration with Dayanand Medical College and Hospital (DMCH), Ludhiana.
Students trained under Mission Swasth Kavach actively participated in the camp and demonstrated the correct method of Blood Pressure monitoring to senior citizens of the SCWA. They also educated attendees about the harmful effects of hypertension and emphasized the importance of regular BP monitoring, healthy lifestyle habits, and timely medical consultation.
Doctors from DMCH sensitized the audience about hypertension, often referred to as the “Silent Killer” because it can silently damage health without noticeable symptoms. They explained the causes, risks, preventive measures, and management of high blood pressure in a simple and impactful manner.
A special highlight of the camp was the live demonstration of CPR (Cardio-Pulmonary Resuscitation) by the students, showcasing how immediate emergency response can help save lives during cardiac emergencies. The young volunteers confidently explained the step-by-step CPR process and encouraged citizens to learn basic life-saving skills.
Mission Swasth Kavach, started in 2024 aims to work towards creating a more informed, health-conscious, and responsive society through spreading awareness through training of BP monitoring and CPR, having trained more than 50,000 people in Ludhiana alone.
