The Tripura government has stepped in to support the treatment of a 22-month-old girl diagnosed with the rare genetic disorder Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA) Type-1.
Acting on Chief Minister Dr. Manik Saha’s directions, Tripura Bhawan in New Delhi is coordinating with AIIMS to ensure the child receives specialised medical care without administrative delays.
Key Takeaways
- Tripura government has stepped in to support a 22-month-old girl suffe77HJring from Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA) Type-1.
- Chief Minister Manik Saha directed officials to provide logistical and administrative assistance for her treatment at AIIMS, New Delhi.
- Public support has grown across Tripura, with political leaders, social organisations and citizens extending help to the child’s family.
Agartala: The Tripura government has initiated coordinated efforts to support the treatment of a 22-month-old girl diagnosed with a rare and life-threatening genetic disorder. Acting on the directions of Chief Minister Dr. Manik Saha, officials have moved quickly to facilitate her admission and treatment at the All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS), New Delhi.
The child, Manasree Choudhury, has been diagnosed with Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA) Type-1, one of the most severe forms of the rare neuromuscular disorder. The condition requires immediate and highly specialised medical care.
Tripura Government Coordinates AIIMS Treatment
According to a senior official in the Chief Minister’s Office (CMO), the Chief Minister instructed officials to provide every possible form of assistance to the family. Following these directions, the Tripura Bhawan team in New Delhi immediately began coordinating with AIIMS to simplify the admission process and ensure timely access to medical care.
Officials have worked to remove administrative hurdles so that the child can receive expert evaluation and treatment without unnecessary delays. The initiative reflects the state government’s effort to support families facing critical medical emergencies outside Tripura.
Tripura Bhawan Monitoring the Child’s Treatment
The CMO said the Resident Commissioner and officials of Tripura Bhawan remain in constant touch with both the AIIMS medical team and the child’s family.
Their role includes coordinating treatment-related arrangements and providing logistical support throughout the family’s stay in the national capital. Officials are also monitoring developments closely to ensure that assistance continues during every stage of the treatment process.
Chief Minister Assures Full Government Support
Chief Minister Dr. Manik Saha reaffirmed the state’s commitment to helping citizens during medical emergencies.
“Our priority is to ensure that no citizen of Tripura feels helpless while facing a serious health crisis. The state government is fully committed to standing by the family of young Manasree and providing all necessary logistical and administrative support during her treatment at AIIMS,” he said in a statement.
The government has emphasised that the welfare of patients requiring advanced treatment outside the state remains a priority.
Widespread Support Across Tripura
The case has generated a strong humanitarian response across Tripura. Citizens from different walks of life have extended financial assistance to help the family meet the enormous medical expenses associated with the rare disease.
Support has also come from across the political spectrum. Leader of the Opposition Jitendra Chaudhury, former Chief Minister and Lok Sabha MP Biplab Kumar Deb, along with several other political leaders, have expressed solidarity with the family.
Their support reflects a broader public effort to help the child receive the specialised treatment she urgently requires.
Biplab Kumar Deb Facilitates Medical Coordination
Former Chief Minister Biplab Kumar Deb has taken additional steps to facilitate Manasree’s treatment at AIIMS.
According to the information shared, he has helped coordinate treatment under the supervision of Dr. Sheffali Gulati, Professor and Faculty-in-Charge of the Child Neurology Division in the Department of Paediatrics at AIIMS.
The coordination aims to ensure that the child receives specialised neurological care from experts experienced in managing rare genetic disorders.
Understanding Spinal Muscular Atrophy Type-1
Medical experts describe Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA) Type-1 as one of the most serious forms of the inherited genetic disorder. It primarily affects muscle strength and movement, making early specialised intervention critical.
Treatment for SMA Type-1 is highly specialised and involves substantial medical expenses. This has prompted widespread public support in Tripura as people continue to rally behind the family to help the child access life-saving medical care.
The coordinated efforts by the Tripura government, Tripura Bhawan, medical professionals and members of the public underline the collective response to a medical emergency that has touched people across the state.
