West Delhi Research Articles

EVALUATING THE SOCIAL AND ECONOMIC IMPACT OF ABHA PROJECT UNDER TATA POWER DDL’S CSR INITIATIVES

This research assesses the social and economic effects of the ABHA Project; a CSR intervention by Tata Power DDL targeting vulnerable groups in North and West Delhi. It is expected to include services for the development of deprived communities, which for them mean they will address healthcare, education, and employment services. The method used in the study was ethnographic which included direct observation, surveys, and interviews. The study examines the social, economic and community impact of the project towards empowering the society and enhancing the economic status of the society. According to the data collected, the living standards of the beneficiaries were significantly improved, education, and income sources were enhanced. Nevertheless, some issues concerning distribution of the resources and the sustainability of the programs were raised. Patterns were found with the help of affinity diagrams in order to evaluate the advantages and disadvantages of participants. Based on the findings of this research, the following recommendations are made for Tata Power’s future CSR practices, especially for the expansion of the ABHA project to ensure the delivery of maximum social and economic impact.

Contradictions at work: Navigating relational autonomy and caste in Delhi, India

Ethnographic insights into people’s working lives can help us envision social policy to build dignified workspaces. This article explores the interlinkages between work and social protection, by drawing attention to two dimensions of pheriwale’s everyday working lives: first, how they relate to their work, and second, how they are situated within the Indian welfare context. Pheriwale are a group of traders in Delhi, India, who collect and sell secondhand/used-clothes. Like much of the Indian workforce, pheriwale’s work is classified as ‘informal’, since they remain outside social security tied to formal employment, they largely rely on irregular flow of income and primarily belong to the lower-caste groups. Low-income groups in India are entitled to various welfare schemes; however, accessing and receiving these welfare benefits may not always be consistent or dependable. In Delhi, pheriwale have been trading used/secondhand clothes for almost a century and they are one of the visibly women-dominated trading groups in the city. This article builds on four months of qualitative fieldwork at pheriwale’s marketplace in West Delhi, between 2017 and 2019. By following pheriwale’s work experiences through the conceptual lens of relational autonomy, this study highlights two key findings. First, due to the nature of self-employment, pheriwale shared how they have relative control of time and energy in their working routines. Second, in the face of an unreliable welfare state, pheriwale rely on building familial means of social protection to sustain lives.

IJCM_47A: A hospital based study to assess the utilization of ANC services among married women of reproductive age group in the sub District Hospital, West Delhi, India

Background: Antenatal Services provided by government and its timely utilization are vital for the health outcomes of the mother as well as of child. Objective: To study the current pattern of utilization of antenatal services. To assess the factors influencing utilization of antenatal services. Methodology: A facility based cross-sectional descriptive study was conducted at immunization clinic of sub district hospital from Aug 2022 to Oct 2022 among 230 randomly selected mothers whose child was less than one year. A pre-test self-administrative questionnaire was applied to collect the data and complied. Appropriate statistics was be applied to achieve desired results. Results: Mean age of the participants were 27.88 ±4.6 years. More than half of the participants were identified as Hindu by religion. Most of them were classified under a lower socio-economic status. All participants were literate. Out of the total, 63 (27.4%) were primigravida, and rest were multigravida. While three-fourths of the women registered their pregnancies early, 74.3% attended at least four antenatal care (ANC) visits. Moreover, 87.4% received two doses or one booster dose of Td vaccination, and 83.9% took a minimum of 100 Iron Folic Acid tablets. However, only 66.5% of the participants reported having fully utilized Anti natal care services. Conclusion: Females of young age with primary education and those belonging to the Muslim religion were found to have inadequate utilization of complete antenatal care (ANC), despite the presence of government-funded primary care services.

Assessment of utilization of nutritional support scheme vis a vis nutritional status of tuberculosis patients on nutritional support scheme

IntroductionTuberculosis and undernutrition is a well-known association and form a vicious cycle. A nutritional support scheme under the name of NIKSHAY POSHAN YOJANA (NPY) was launched in April 2018 where a direct bank transfer of INR 500 was made to the patients enrolled in the NIKSHAY portal monthly to support the nutritional needs of the patients. The study was undertaken to study the implementation and utilization of the benefit among tuberculosis patients. MethodsA total of 1000 patients were enrolled in the study who have completed their treatment under the Tuberculosis unit of Rao Tula Ram Memorial Hospital in South West Delhi. ResultsMean age ±S.D. of the study participants was 33.94 ± 15.38 years. Majority (55.2%) were males. More than half (51.6%) of the study participants had not received the incentive money till the completion of their treatment while 53.9% of the participants had received at least one installment but not all of them. Amongst those who received, 90.1% of participants spent it on their nutrition while the remaining spent it on other expenses. The major reason for not receiving the incentive or the delay in receiving it was found to be lack of funds with the Government (84.5%) or lack of communication with the healthcare workers (29.1%). The improvement in their nutritional status (weight and BMI) was found significant in all the participants while it was comparatively more among those who received the monetary suport than those who did not receive it. ConclusionThe nutritional support scheme had a significant improvement in the nutritional status of the beneficiaries. It can be improved with better communication from the healthcare workers and timely implementation so that beneficiaries can receive the benefit in time during their disease.

Assessing the effect of women’s empowerment on their dietary intake: a cross-sectional study

Background: Women empowerment is an important strategy to reduce maternal and child undernutrition, which continues to be a major health burden in low- and middle-income countries. The present study aimed to assess the effect of women empowerment on their dietary intake in the two selected blocks of Sultanpuri urban slums, West Delhi. Methods: The baseline was conducted using a cross-sectional research method with girls and women (15-35 years). The research was conducted through a predesigned, pretested, semi-structured questionnaire to capture the information on socio-demographic profiles along with knowledge on social skills, self-esteem, and decision-making. The data were collected on the consumption of food groups in the last 24 hours from 2402 girls and women. We employed unadjusted and adjusted step-wise regression models to assess the effect of domains of women empowerment on dietary intake. Results: The median (interquartile range) age of the women was 27 (22-31) years. We found a 0.17-point increase in the dietary diversity score per one-unit increase in the self-esteem score of the women. Similarly, there was a 0.06-unit increase in the dietary diversity score per one-unit increase in the social skills score of the women. The association remained statistically significant even after adjustments for co-variates like age, education status, and socio-economic status. Conclusions: The present study recommends that focusing on women's empowerment dimensions, particularly social skills, self-esteem, and decision-making power, can be an effective strategy for improving dietary intake among women.

Rejuvenation of water bodies with recycled water

Abstract This study investigated the new routes of groundwater replenishment in water-constrained urban communities. Against the present water demand of 1,440 million gallons per day (MGD) in Delhi, 1,000 MGD including 140 MGD groundwater is being supplied. Additionally, residents, institutions and commercial occupants are illegally extracting 250 MGD. This groundwater extraction is enormous in comparison with the water injected into the ground through rain water harvesting, resulting in the tremendous depletion of the groundwater table. The aim of the study is to replenish groundwater with tertiary treated effluent available round the year. The study is conducted on one natural water body rejuvenated in the South and another artificial water body constructed in West Delhi with the objective of determining whether groundwater can be replenished with tertiary treated water with an improved quality, and whether it can be replicated elsewhere. The qualities of the groundwater and water tables were checked before and after rejuvenating the water bodies. The utilization of tertiary treated effluents has resulted in raising the groundwater tables from 5 to 7 m and improved the quality of the groundwater in the past 2 years. This practice can be replicated elsewhere as done in Brisbane (Australia) and Singapore.

HEALTHCARE ON WHEELS: SOCIAL AND ECONOMIC OUTCOMES OF THE MOBILE DISPENSARY INITIATIVE BY TATA POWER DDL

This paper focuses on the social and economic impacts of Mobile Dispensary Initiative of Tata Power DDL in the JJ colony of North and West Delhi. Using an ethnographic research approach, based on their perceptions of the mobile health care services. The results show positive changes in health literacy concerning the availability of primary healthcare services to disenfranchised populations. Participants expressed the fact that they were experiencing low healthcare bills as well as the efficient delivery of services therefore the key role of the initiative to the improvement of economic stability was evident. Also, quantitative data collected through interviews, surveys, and direct observations gave a more social aspect of the social relations and community mobilization supported by the mobile dispensaries. This study emphasizes the need to come up with new solutions to some of the health issues affecting the urban dwellers and supports the incorporation of corporate social responsibility programs into the public health framework. Finally, the research provides policy implications for the extension of mobile health service and the exploration of the effects on the well-being of a community.

Spectrum of parasitic infections on fine-needle aspiration cytology presenting as superficial nodules: A retrospective study of 5 years in a tertiary care hospital

Background: Parasitic infestations are very common in a developing nation like India. They may present as superficial nodules and are often either missed or misdiagnosed as other soft-tissue lesions. Fine-needle aspiration cytology (FNAC) is an easy, minimally invasive technique to detect, and diagnose these lesions. Parasitic infections are present in every age group with cysticercosis being the most common parasitic infestation. The present study highlights the role of cytology in diagnosing parasitic lesions and also analyzes the spectrum of these lesions in a tertiary care hospital. Aims and Objectives: This study was carried out to assess the spectrum of parasitic infestations in a tertiary care hospital of North West Delhi over 5 years (2015–2019). This was a retrospective and descriptive study done in the Department of Pathology, Dr. BSA Hospital, Delhi. Materials and Methods: Sixty-six cases out of a total of 15094 FNACs performed over 5 years (2015–2019) that were diagnosed as parasitic lesions on FNAC were included in our study. The records were retrieved, analyzed, and recorded. Clinical details were obtained from the FNAC requisition slips. Results: A total of 66/15094 FNACs conducted over 5 years were diagnosed as parasitic lesions. Fifty-seven cases of cysticercosis, six cases of filariasis, two cases of echinococcosis, and one case of toxoplasmosis were identified. Conclusion: As parasitic infections pose a problem in a developing country like ours; hence, early detection is always helpful and reduces the morbidity associated with it. Careful assessment of cytological material aspirated from superficial nodules can be very helpful in detecting parasites.

Analytical review of AC Distribution in the Delhi Region based on Climate change and Development

Due to the rising temperatures and humidity along with a rise in income levels throughout the world as well as the growing acceptance of air conditioners as a utility and necessity rather than a luxury product, the air conditioning (AC) sector is predicted to see enormous development. Analysis of AC sales in the region of New Delhi, India is the main focus of this study. Not much research has been conducted on Air Conditioner distribution in a region. This paper aims to analyze the sales of the Delhi region which has 969 counters, over 5 years (2018-2022). The development process involves the Extraction of Data from the MNC followed by cleaning, removing the outliers, then data analyzing the data, and finally plotting important charts to conclude our findings. Tools like Python, Pandas, and Matplotlib were extensively used. Data Cleaning and Data visualization are important aspects of any research and plots of Year vs Counter, Channel vs Sales, etc. are plotted. The Top 5 companies on the basis of ACs sold were found out Voltas, Daikin, Hitachi, LG, and OG, and factors like temperature and Development were used to determine why the sales in West Delhi were the highest amongst the other three zones (South, North, East). The product prices of 3Star & 5Star windows, as well as split Ac, were analyzed which gave us an idea of why Voltas is the front runner in selling the maximum ACs in Delhi. Other Factors like Income, Tourism rise in population can be considered for future research. Key Words: Air conditioner, New Delhi, Sales, LG Voltas, Daikin, Analysis

Simulating Built-up Expansion in West Delhi using a Neural Network Coupled Agent Based Prioritised Growth Model

Simulating Built-up Expansion in West Delhi using a Neural Network Coupled Agent Based Prioritised Growth Model

Assessing the Effect of Mohalla Clinics on Healthcare System in Delhi: Evidence from a Primary Study in West District

This research article is based on a field study conducted in the West district of Delhi during November 2021–December 2021. With the introduction of Mohalla Clinics in Delhi, the supply side of the healthcare system has been affected as those seeking primary healthcare have more choices of public health facilities. This could further affect the utilisation of other government health facilities such as government dispensaries and hospitals. Analysing these effects could be crucial for handling existing bottlenecks of the system such as overcrowding of public hospitals, poor quality of care delivered at public health facilities, etc. This study was intended to uncover the healthcare-seeking pattern of the localities in West Delhi and compare the findings between localities with Mohalla Clinics in proximity and localities without Mohalla Clinics. We also present a comparison of the utilised health facilities on three parameters of accessibility—availability, affordability and acceptability. The sampling of the primary survey was conducted by geographical mapping of health facilities using Qgis software. We find that while Mohalla Clinics are preferred over dispensaries, the choice over government hospitals is seen only in areas where the distance to Mohalla Clinics is lesser vis-a-vis hospitals. It was also seen that the clinics seem to have eased down the barriers to healthcare for females much more than for males. The clinics have fared well in terms of affordability and acceptability but more clinics should be built to scale the effects.

Assessment of iodine deficiency disorders among pregnant women residing in an urban slum of west Delhi

Iodine deficiency disorders (IDDs) constitute a significant public health problem globally, particularly among pregnant women. This study aimed to assess the prevalence of IDDs among pregnant women during third trimester of pregnancy residing in an urban slum of west Delhi. This was a community based cross sectional observational study conducted on 178 pregnant women from October 2014 to July 2016. Socio demographic information was collected through questionnaire cum interview method. The presence of iodine deficiency disorders was observed through urinary iodine concentration (UIC), thyroid profile, presence of goiter and level of iodization of household salt samples and analyzed respectively using Spectrophotometer, IMMULITE 1000 analyzer, palpation method and standard iodometric titration method. A total of 59.9% pregnant women had insufficient iodine nutrition with the median UIC 132.5 μg/L and interquartile range (IQR) of 145 μg/L. Grade 1 goitre was detected in 2 participants (1.15%) through palpation method. Inadequate iodine content (<15 ppm) was found in 19.8% household salt samples. Results reported the prevalence of hypothyroidism among 27.9% pregnant women. The mean ± SD values of TSH, T4 and T3 were 2.51 ± 1.19 mIU/L, 11.6 ± 2.38 μg/dl and 170.7 ± 41.5 ng/dl respectively. High prevalence of iodine deficiency reflecting low iodine intake along with prevalence of hypothyroidism was recognized among pregnant women residing in slum area of Delhi.

Utilization of Maternal and Child Health Care Services among Pregnant Women in Slum Population of West Delhi

Utilization of maternal and child health (MCH) services remains poor in India. This study aimed to assess the utilization of MCH care services among pregnant women residing in an urban slum area of West Delhi. A household survey was conducted using questionnaire cum interview method for collection of sociodemographic information, obstetric history, and information on utilization of MCH care services. Pregnant women were followed within 72 h of delivery for obtaining information regarding delivery conditions. Although 96.6% of pregnant women have attended at least one antenatal care (ANC), whereas complete four ANC were attended by only one-fourth (25.3%) pregnant women. Nearly three-fourth (73.3%) pregnant women received; ANC from a government doctor and coverage for ANC components was highest in ANC provided by government doctor. Utilization of full ANC was reported by less than one-fifth pregnant women (19.18%). Only one-fifth of pregnant women (19.7%) received supplementary nutrition. Postnatal care (PNC) was received by 73.2% of women who had institutional deliveries during their stay in health facility only. Coverage of ANC components, number of ANC visits, utilization of full ANC, and PNC was found unsatisfactory. Participation in supplementary nutrition program was also poor. Intervention programs are needed for enhancing community awareness and improving the competence, confidence, and motivation of grass root health workers.

Study of laughter yoga and clapping exercise on cardiovascular functions and quality of life in patients suffering from chronic liver disease in west Delhi metro population

Study of laughter yoga and clapping exercise on cardiovascular functions and quality of life in patients suffering from chronic liver disease in west Delhi metro population

Is Delhi an Emerging Scrub Typhus Hotspot? An Entomological and Zoonotic Exploration of a Scrub Typhus Outbreak

Background: Scrub typhus is an emerging public health challenge in India with increasing evidence of its activity being reported from all over the country. An outbreak of scrub typhus was reported from an area of South West Delhi, India hitherto not known for scrub typhus activity which prompted this zoonotic and entomological investigation.Methods: Zoonotic and entomological investigations were undertaken in five residential areas of South West Delhi, India located in the vicinity of the reporting hospital to determine the rodent hosts, vector mite diversity, and rickettsial activity in rodents. The rickettsial activity was ascertained using Weil-Felix test.Results: Palam area of Delhi, India is a hotspot of scrub typhus with evidence of tick and endemic typhus activity as well. This study reports the presence of known vectors of scrub typhus viz. Leptotrombidium deliense and Schoengastiella ligula, besides enriching the database of mite fauna of Delhi with an addition of a total of five new records, three of Leptotrombidium - vietzi, bhattipadense, fulmentum, and two records of Ascoschoengastia indica and Walchia lupella.Conclusion: The study reports Delhi as a scrub typhus hotspot. In Delhi, Palam was the most affected and had the highest number of cases and deaths, presence of the vectors of scrub typhus and evidence of tick and endemic typhus activity amongst rodents. The mite database of Delhi has been updated with the addition of five new trombiculid mite records.

Physicochemical Analysis of Groundwater Quality in the Vicinity of Bhalswa Lake in North West Delhi, India

The different physicochemical parameters, including pH, total dissolved solids (TDS), alkalinity, chloride, total hardness, sulphate, and nitrate, were used to analyse ground water samples near Bhalswa Lake in the North West Delhi area of India. water samples were obtained from locations across Bhalswalake, such as: In order to determine the groundwater quality surrounding Bhalswa Lake, the concentration of pH, electrical conductivity, total dissolved solids (TDS), hardness, alkalinity, chloride, sulphate, nitrate, and phosphate was measured in groundwater samples. Bhalswa Lake is both a residential neighbourhood and a trash dump. Effects of this analysis revealed that groundwater is heavily polluted and unsafe for drinking and household operations since it includes strong chemical contaminants. Water Quality Index of groundwater at various locations around Bhalswa Lake was also found to be unsuitable, reflecting extremely polluted groundwater status at almost all sampling sites.

Anthropology at the Ends of the Lines

Anthropology at the Ends of the Lines

Analysis of Effects of Covid-19 on the Attendance of Children and its Outcomes of Their Treatment in a CTEV Clinic of West Delhi

Abstract: Treatment of Clubfoot children by Ponseti method of serial casting is a well know procedure being practiced all over the world. During Covid times many children were not able to attend their regular CTEV clinics at various places leading to inadequate treatment of this deformity. This not only causes relapses but may also lead to the permanent disability. The fear of permanent disability of these children motivated us to create awareness among the parents regarding this and hence bringing them back to CTEV clinics on regular basis. Keywords: Clubfoot children, CTEV Clinics, Ponseti method, Relapses, Permanent disability

Farming situations in Issapur village of dwarka district in West Delhi during covid-19 pandemic

Farming situations in Issapur village of dwarka district in West Delhi during covid-19 pandemic

A Comparative Analysis of Customer Satisfaction between Public and Private Sector Bank with Reference to New Delhi Area

Abstract: The Aim of this study is to compare the customer perception and customer satisfaction level between Private and Public sector Bank in North West Delhi area and to investigates and understands the relationship variable which leads to customer satisfaction and studies the differences in different perception and thinking of customers with respect to various services provided by 4 Indian banks. It begins with a brief overview of customer satisfaction and past history of the banking sector. This study analysis the details of the various research design is being used and the sampling technique is being also employed, various data collection methods to achieve the objectives of this study and the various tools and techniques used for analyzing the data. This study also elaborates upon the research instrument that is used. Finally, the different hypothesis to be tested during the course of the work has been presented later on. The contents bring out the aims and objectives of this research work. The scopes of the study have been mentioned and it includes the period cycle of study and volume of study carried out in the work. It also presents a detailed roadmap of how the research has been conducted in various stages. A questionnaire has been employed for collection of primary data through questionnaire responses collected from 100 responded and secondary data collected from books, magazine, research paper, journals, articles etc. In this study a detailed analysis of Customer Satisfaction between public and private Sector Banks has been achieved with the help of a survey study of customer of public and private sector Banks. The Analysis of this study of data was carried out using both MS Excel and SPSS (Statistical Package for Social Sciences) and hypothesis is also designed to understand the satisfaction level at various banks.. This study reveals the different levels of satisfaction are high in Private Sector as compared to Public Sector. This study also helps identify the various variables factors (or relationship dimensions) which is responsible for satisfying the customer between various Banks.