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The volunteers and health officers, including women health workers, demonstrate exceptional dedication. Diapali Barvas, a village health worker stationed at the Shivani sub-health center, emphasizes the importance of ANMs (Auxiliary Nurse Midwives) and local volunteers in reaching the community. Since many residents are distant from formal healthcare facilities, localized efforts—such as door-to-door visits—become the primary strategy.
Rakesh Naik, involved in vaccine logistics, explains how vaccines are transported in insulated "cold boxes" packed with ice packs, ensuring they stay within the prescribed temperature range during transit. These boxes are carefully stored, transported on voitures, and managed by local drivers familiar with the terrain.