Saralnama168 women in Kishanganj district adopted subcutaneous injections as a contraceptive on 21 Aug 2023. The event took place at Sadar Hospital, CHC Bahadurganj, APHC Gangi Hat, APHC Samevar, and APHC Palasmani. Civil Surgeon Rajkumar Chaudhary said modern methods like Antara injections are crucial for population control and maternal-child health. The injection provides long-term contraceptive protection for women. It is given every three months by trained health workers. The method is safe, effective, and does not permanently affect fertility. (Updated 2 Sep 2025, 03:06 IST; source: link)
Key Points
- 168 women in Kishanganj district adopted subcutaneous injections as a contraceptive on 21 Aug 2023
- The event took place at Sadar Hospital, CHC Bahadurganj, APHC Gangi Hat, APHC Samevar, and APHC Palasmani
- Civil Surgeon Rajkumar Chaudhary said modern methods like Antara injections are crucial for population control and maternal-child health