15/10/2026
VHND REPORT
Topic: Village Health, Sanitation and Nutrition Day (VHND) with PNC
Organized by: CHC Kunjpura
Presented by: Gautam verma
Date: 15/10/2026
Place: CHC Kunjpura
Supervised by: Mr. Sunil Kumar
1. Introduction
Village Health, Sanitation and Nutrition Day (VHND) is an important community-level health initiative conducted to provide essential healthcare services to pregnant women, lactating mothers, children and other members of the community. It aims to improve maternal and child health, promote immunization, prevent malnutrition and create awareness regarding hygiene and sanitation.
VHND services are generally delivered at Anganwadi Centres or other designated community locations through the coordinated efforts of health workers and Anganwadi workers.
2. Objectives of VHND
The main objectives of VHND are:
1. To provide essential maternal and child healthcare services.
2. To ensure complete immunization of eligible children and pregnant women.
3. To promote antenatal care and institutional deliveries.
4. To identify high-risk pregnancies and malnourished children.
5. To provide nutritional counselling and health education.
6. To promote personal hygiene, sanitation and healthy practices.
7. To improve awareness regarding government health programmes and available healthcare services.
3. Major Activities Conducted During VHND
A. Maternal Health Services
- Registration of pregnant women and updating of maternal health records.
- Antenatal check-ups, including blood pressure and weight measurement.
- Monitoring of pregnancy and identification of high-risk pregnancies.
- Counselling regarding antenatal investigations, nutrition and iron-folic acid supplementation.
- Awareness regarding institutional delivery, birth preparedness and danger signs during pregnancy.
- Postnatal care counselling for mothers.
B. Child Health Services
- Growth monitoring of infants and young children.
- Assessment of nutritional status and identification of malnutrition.
- Monitoring of child development and general health.
- Counselling regarding exclusive breastfeeding for the first six months.
- Promotion of appropriate complementary feeding from six months of age.
- Identification and referral of sick children when required.
C. Immunization Services
- Verification of the immunization status of eligible beneficiaries.
- Administration of vaccines according to the National Immunization Schedule.
- Counselling regarding the importance of timely and complete immunization.
- Maintenance and updating of immunization records.
- Identification and follow-up of children and pregnant women who have missed scheduled doses.
D. Family Planning Services
- Counselling regarding available family planning methods.
- Information about temporary and permanent contraceptive methods.
- Promotion of birth spacing and reproductive health.
- Referral for family planning services as required.
E. Nutrition and Anaemia Prevention
- Counselling regarding a balanced diet during pregnancy and lactation.
- Promotion of iron-rich foods and dietary diversity.
- Education regarding iron-folic acid supplementation and deworming as per applicable guidelines.
- Identification of beneficiaries at risk of anaemia and malnutrition.
- Promotion of breastfeeding and age-appropriate complementary feeding.
F. Health, Hygiene and Sanitation
- Education regarding handwashing and personal hygiene.
- Promotion of safe drinking water and food hygiene.
- Awareness regarding proper waste disposal and sanitation.
- Prevention of communicable diseases through healthy practices.
- Promotion of a clean and healthy household environment.
4. Role of Health Workers and Anganwadi Workers
The successful organization of VHND requires coordination among healthcare personnel and community workers.
Role of ANM/Health Staff:
- Conduct maternal and child health assessments.
- Provide immunization and other eligible health services.
- Maintain health records and identify high-risk beneficiaries.
- Provide counselling and referral services.
Role of ASHA Workers:
- Mobilize pregnant women, children and other eligible beneficiaries.
- Inform families about the VHND schedule.
- Support follow-up of missed immunization and healthcare visits.
- Encourage institutional delivery and timely healthcare-seeking behaviour.
Role of Anganwadi Workers:
- Ensure beneficiary mobilization and registration support.
- Assist in growth monitoring and nutritional counselling.
- Promote supplementary nutrition services as applicable.
- Support health education and coordination with health staff.
5. Health Education and Community Awareness
Health education is an essential component of VHND. Beneficiaries are encouraged to:
1. Attend antenatal check-ups regularly.
2. Ensure timely and complete immunization of children.
3. Follow exclusive breastfeeding for the first six months.
4. Start appropriate complementary feeding at six months.
5. Consume a balanced and nutritious diet.
6. Maintain personal hygiene and household sanitation.
7. Seek medical attention promptly when danger signs appear.
8. Follow the advice of healthcare professionals and attend scheduled follow-up visits.
6. Identification and Referral of High-Risk Cases
During VHND, beneficiaries requiring further evaluation are identified and referred to an appropriate healthcare facility.
Examples include:
- Pregnant women with high blood pressure, severe anaemia or other danger signs.
- Children with severe acute malnutrition or signs of serious illness.
- Infants and children with missed immunization doses requiring follow-up.
- Individuals requiring further assessment, investigation or treatment.
Timely referral helps prevent complications and improves maternal and child health outcomes.
7. Record Maintenance and Follow-up
Proper documentation is necessary for effective implementation of VHND activities. Health workers maintain and update relevant records, including:
- Antenatal and postnatal care records.
- Immunization registers and due lists.
- Growth monitoring and nutritional assessment records.
- Details of high-risk beneficiaries and referrals.
- Follow-up records of beneficiaries who missed scheduled services.
Regular follow-up helps ensure continuity of care and improved coverage of essential health services.
8. Outcome and Importance of VHND
VHND contributes to improved access to essential healthcare services at the community level. It supports early identification of health problems, timely immunization, improved nutritional awareness, safer motherhood and better child health.
The programme also strengthens coordination among health workers, ASHA workers, Anganwadi workers and community members.
Note: Actual attendance, services delivered, number of beneficiaries and outcomes should be added according to the activities conducted on the VHND session day.
9. Conclusion
Village Health, Sanitation and Nutrition Day is an important platform for delivering preventive, promotive and basic healthcare services to the community. Regular participation, community awareness and coordinated efforts by healthcare workers help improve maternal and child health and promote a healthier village.
Health Message:
“स्वस्थ माँ, स्वस्थ बच्चा, स्वस्थ परिवार और स्वस्थ गाँव — VHND से बेहतर स्वास्थ्य की ओर।”
