The Joint Directorate of Health Services hosted the 1st Awards Cum Advance Christmas Celebration on 9th December 2025 at the Ratson Pavilion, marking a significant milestone of recognition, unity, and festive spirit within the health fraternity of Meghalaya.
The event was graced by the presence of Shri Wailadmiki Shylla, Minister of Health & Family Welfare, Government of Meghalaya; Dr. Joram Beda, Commissioner & Secretary, Health & Family Welfare Department; and Shri Ramakrishna Chitturi, Mission Director, NHM. Their participation—alongside all Directors of Health Services from the three Directorates, senior State and District Health Officials, Joint Directors, State Nodal Officers, Medical Superintendents, Medical Officers, Programme Consultants and Managers, and staff from the Health Department, NHM, MHSSP, MHIS, MMDSL, ABDM, and various health institutions across the State—added immense value to the celebration.
The programme highlighted both achievement and aspiration, honouring 15 NQAS-certified health facilities for upholding high standards of quality care. In addition, five special awards were presented for outstanding accomplishments under LaQshya, MusQan, and NABL Certification, recognising excellence in maternal care, child-friendly services, and laboratory quality systems. These achievements mark a major breakthrough for the State and set new benchmarks for future quality initiatives.
