For 42 years, one nurse cycled through the tea gardens of West Bengal to save mothers and newborns.
Posted to Danguajhar Tea Garden in 1983, Gita Karmakar worked tirelessly to educate women about safe hospital deliveries, nutrition and newborn care. At a time when home births were common, she helped families understand the importance of maternal and child healthcare.
Even after an accident left her with 40% physical disability, Gita returned to work. Through rain, heat and muddy roads, she continued reaching women and newborns who needed her help.
Her efforts helped increase institutional deliveries and earned her the country’s highest nursing honour. In 2026, she retired after 42 years of service, leaving behind a legacy of compassion and dedication.
One bicycle. One nurse. 42 years of service. A lifetime of impact.
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