Editor,
Through the columns of your esteemed daily, I would like to express my sincere gratitude to Chief Minister Pema Khandu and the Government of Arunachal Pradesh for launching the Chief Minister Organ Transplant Scheme (CMOTS) – a visionary and lifesaving initiative for our people.
Providing financial assistance of up to Rs 10 lakh for kidney transplant, Rs 15 lakh for bone marrow transplant, and Rs 20 lakh for liver transplant is not just a policy move – it is an act of compassion. Many families in our state face financial devastation when a loved one needs such critical surgeries. This scheme will now offer a ray of hope, a second chance at life, and the dignity of health without the burden of unbearable expenses.
It is also heartening to learn that over 200 kidney transplants have already been facilitated by the state in the past seven years. This is not a small achievement – it shows the government’s commitment to making healthcare accessible, even in the most challenging terrains of Arunachal Pradesh.
Moreover, the chief minister’s call to focus not only on treatment but on prevention through lifestyle changes, awareness, and education is wise and timely. As he rightly said, “A healthy society doesn’t start in the operating room – it starts at home.” This holistic view of public health must guide future policies and community outreach programmes.
On behalf of all those who have silently suffered due to lack of resources – and those who may benefit in the future – I once again thank the CM and appeal to all stakeholders, especially the Health Department, to ensure that the scheme reaches every eligible citizen, even in the remotest villages.
Let this scheme be the beginning of a healthier Arunachal.
Bage Kamsi,
Kamba,
West Siang