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Chief Minister Mohan Yadav to visit Balaghat amid concerns over May child deaths
✍️ Amar Ujala · Bhopal
🗓 28 Aug 2026, 04:18 PM
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Chief Minister Mohan Yadav will travel to Balaghat district on Saturday as part of a public confidence drive, following the death of two children in May that has drawn criticism of the local health system.
Balaghat district will host Chief Minister Mohan Yadav on Saturday as he launches a Janvishwas (public confidence) campaign. The visit comes after growing public unease over the death of two children in May, an incident that highlighted perceived gaps in the local health infrastructure.
The two child fatalities in May have been cited by local officials as a failure of the system to respond promptly. The Chief Medical Health Officer (CMHO) reportedly stated that reaching all 1,500 villages in the district is not feasible under current conditions, underscoring the logistical challenges faced by health services.
By appearing in Balaghat, the chief minister aims to reassure residents and assess on‑ground realities. Authorities expect the visit to include meetings with district officials and community leaders, with an emphasis on improving health outreach and addressing the concerns raised by the recent tragedy.
The two child fatalities in May have been cited by local officials as a failure of the system to respond promptly. The Chief Medical Health Officer (CMHO) reportedly stated that reaching all 1,500 villages in the district is not feasible under current conditions, underscoring the logistical challenges faced by health services.
By appearing in Balaghat, the chief minister aims to reassure residents and assess on‑ground realities. Authorities expect the visit to include meetings with district officials and community leaders, with an emphasis on improving health outreach and addressing the concerns raised by the recent tragedy.