Public-private collaboration to bring specialised maternal healthcare closer to women in Pune
Pune: Celebrating its first anniversary, MatCare Pune launched Janani Arogya Shibir at the Symbiosis Auditorium in Viman Nagar, reinforcing its commitment to improving access to specialised care for women and expectant mothers.
Hon’ble Shri Mansukh Mandaviya, Union Cabinet Minister, Government of India, inaugurated the event and led the launch. He also released the ANC handbook and formally launched the 100-camp network across Pune. Moreover, senior leaders attended the successful launch. These included Dr. Nikhil Yadav, CEO, MatCare, and Dr. Pravin Thokal, Gynaecologist, MatCare Pune. In addition, Dr. Vrushali Bichkar, National Neonatology Head, MatCare, joined the event. Furthermore, Dr. Amol Lunkad, Medical Superintendent, MatCare, and Zonal Business Director, Indira IVF, was present. Lastly, Dr. Ishita Lunkad, Facility Director, MatCare, also attended the launch.
Table of contents
- Public-private collaboration to bring specialised maternal healthcare closer to women in Pune
- Maternal Healthcare Access in Pune
- Government Applauds Public-Private Partnership
- Indira IVF Highlights Accessibility of Care
- MatCare Reinforces Vision for Quality Healthcare
- Focus on Bridging Awareness and Access Gaps
- Community Engagement and Patient-Centric Approach
- Importance of Timely Antenatal Screening
- Link Between Maternal and Newborn Health
- Strengthening Community Healthcare Outreach
Maternal Healthcare Access in Pune
Janani Arogya Shibir brings free antenatal and women’s health consultations directly to communities through 100 antenatal camps across Pune on the same day, while the ANC handbook provides lasting guidance for expectant mothers. Through this comprehensive initiative, MatCare aims to encourage preventive care, early diagnosis, and greater awareness around maternal wellness across Pune.
Government Applauds Public-Private Partnership
Hon’ble Shri Mansukh Mandaviya shared, “The launch of Janani Arogya Shibir with 100 antenatal camps and an ANC handbook represents a transformative step in maternal healthcare delivery. This collaboration demonstrates how public-private partnerships can scale essential health services to the community level, strengthening India’s maternal health infrastructure.”
Indira IVF Highlights Accessibility of Care
Nitiz Murdia, Managing Director, Indira IVF added, “The celebration of MatCare’s first anniversary has become even more special with the Janani Arogya Shibhir initiative. Our aim is to bring care closer to women who need it most. By reaching communities across Pune on the same day, we are working to make antenatal support more accessible, more timely, and easier for families to access when they need it.”
MatCare Reinforces Vision for Quality Healthcare
On the occasion, Dr. Nikhil Yadav, CEO, MatCare, shared his views. He said MatCare aims to make quality maternity and child healthcare accessible, compassionate, and clinically strong. Moreover, he highlighted their commitment to every family. As MatCare marks its first anniversary in Pune, the initiative reflects this vision. Furthermore, Janani Arogya Shibhir extends expert-led support beyond hospital walls. It also promotes greater awareness of timely antenatal and women’s healthcare.
Focus on Bridging Awareness and Access Gaps
Dr. Amol Lunkad, Medical Superintendent, MatCare and Zonal Business Director, Indira IVF, said, “Healthcare outreach initiatives like Janani Arogya Shibhir are essential in addressing gaps in awareness and access at the community level. MatCare remains focused on building a trusted ecosystem of specialised care that supports women at every stage of their healthcare journey.”
Community Engagement and Patient-Centric Approach
Dr. Ishita Lunkad, Facility Director, MatCare, said, “This initiative is not only about free check-ups, but also about creating a supportive and informed environment for women and families. It is an important step in strengthening community engagement and reinforcing MatCare’s patient-first approach in Pune.”
Importance of Timely Antenatal Screening
Dr. Pravin Thokal, Gynaecologist, MatCare Pune, added, “Regular antenatal evaluation and timely women’s health screening play a critical role in improving outcomes for both mothers and babies. Through Janani Arogya Shibhir, the aim is to help women access the right guidance at the right time and build confidence around informed healthcare decisions.”
Link Between Maternal and Newborn Health
Dr. Vrushali Bichkar, National Neonatology Head, MatCare, said, “Maternal health and newborn health are deeply connected. Greater awareness, early screening, and specialist intervention during pregnancy can significantly contribute to safer deliveries and healthier neonatal outcomes.”
Strengthening Community Healthcare Outreach
With Janani Arogya Shibhir, MatCare continues to strengthen its role as a dedicated maternity and child healthcare provider while expanding meaningful community outreach in Pune. The initiative aligns with the hospital’s broader focus on expert-led care, awareness-building, and improving maternal and women’s healthcare access through thoughtful, localised interventions.nal and women’s healthcare access through thoughtful, localised interventions.
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