As a part of its continuous effort to expand its star branded net works utilizing its own fund, SMC’s Program Division successfully completed basic training sessions for 1,200 Blue Star and 400 Green Star providers. During these sessions, providers have been trained on injectable contraceptives, child nutrition and MNP, management of diarrhea, use of Zinc, family deworming, case identification and referral of TB & LAPM, preventive measures of viral fevers including COVID-19. Due to the ongoing pandemic, these training sessions were conducted by ensuring proper physical distancing, using of mask and hand sanitizer This initiative of program implementation has already added value reflecting a substantial increase in sales and services. SMC management anticipates that these providers will also significantly contribute to the growth of SMC’s pharmaceuticals and other consumer products in the coming days.