Sandhya, a 40s woman from a remote tribal hamlet in Andhra Pradesh
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Why in news
A tribal woman in Andhra Pradesh faced health deterioration and poverty due to digital platform failures in the Nikshay Poshan Yojana, highlighting the digital divide in healthcare delivery.
Background
The Nikshay Poshan Yojana provides nutritional and financial support to patients undergoing treatment for Tuberculosis (TB). The case highlights how digital platform issues in rural areas can delay financial assistance, leading to treatment discontinuation and the risk of multidrug-resistant TB.
Facts for Prelims
- SchemeNikshay Poshan Yojana: A central government scheme providing financial support to TB patients for nutritional needs.
- FactMultidrug-resistant TB (MDR-TB) occurs when TB bacteria become resistant to at least isoniazid and rifampicin.
- PlaceAndhra Pradesh: State where the reported tribal hamlet and patient are located.
For Mains
Q. Discuss how the digital divide in rural India hinders the effective implementation of healthcare schemes for vulnerable populations. Suggest measures to ensure inclusive service delivery.
Dimensions to cover in your answer
- digital divide in rural healthcare
- impact on tribal health outcomes
- need for offline/hybrid delivery models
- way forward: robust backend infrastructure
Keywords: digital divide · last-mile delivery · vulnerable sections · multidrug-resistant TB · healthcare accessibility
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