PHCI is a registered institute in Kolkata providing education and training on Primary Health Care to rural populations. It trains Rural Health Practitioners to serve remote villages, aligning with the World Health Organization's vision of high- quality healthcare. IPHT emphasizes cultural sensitivity and community engagement, aiming to bridge healthcare gaps in rural areas and improve access for all.
Primary health care is the key approach for achieving health for all in communities. Rural health care professionals, multipurpose workers, and primary medical personnel play a vital role in delivering health care services at the grassroots level. While the main focus is on promoting rural health and preventing diseases, it is important for rural health care providers to learn how to effectively use modern drugs to treat common illnesses and gain the trust of the community. They should also know when to refer patients to doctors and identify the stage of illness that requires medical assistance. Primary Health Council of India (PHCI) is dedicated to providing its best services for the development of rural health, benefiting primary medical and rural health care providers as well as practitioners.