Pilibhit is set to establish a District Early Intervention Centre (DEIC) to support children up to six years of age. A 6,500 square foot plot has been identified for the facility at the Autonomous State Medical College. The centre aims to provide early diagnosis, therapies, and parental guidance for developmental challenges.
Comprehensive Support for Children and Families
Parents of affected children will receive guidance and counselling to help manage developmental challenges. The centre will also run awareness programmes on early diagnosis and coordinate with schools to support inclusive education.
Proposal and Funding
Dr Sangeeta Aneja, principal of the college, stated that a proposal for Rs 2.64 crore was sent to the state medical administration on Saturday after approval from the district magistrate. “The centre will offer screening and assessment to detect developmental delays, along with therapies such as speech, occupational and physiotherapy,” she said.
Background of the Scheme
The DEIC scheme was launched under the National Health Mission in 2014. Dr Aneja noted that the state medical administration will decide the details of the building layout, implementing agency, and timeline.
