Dr. Shobini Rajan, DDG-TB, shared her insights on Global Fund support for accelerating TB elimination efforts in India during the Orientation Meeting of the reconstituted India Country Coordination Mechanism (India CCM) held in Delhi.
#TBMuktBharat#HealthForAll
Addressed the 79th World Health Assembly in Geneva and reaffirmed India’s steadfast commitment to Universal Health Coverage, digital health innovation and global health solidarity.
Driven by a ‘whole-of-government’ and ‘whole-of-society’ approach, India is rapidly expanding access to affordable, accessible and quality healthcare for all. The Ayushman Bharat Digital Mission continues to strengthen India’s digital health ecosystem with over 880 million unique digital health IDs, enabling seamless and integrated healthcare delivery.
Emphasised that the future of AI must be anchored in ethical, inclusive and human-centric systems that advance equitable and trusted healthcare globally.
#WHA79
Under India’s BRICS Chairship, the first technical meeting of the BRICS TB Research Network was held today under the BRICS Health Track.
The meeting focused on sharing of experiences and learnings from the BRICS countries on novel screening and diagnostics tools such as low-cost point-of care molecular diagnostic tests and shorter effectives relapses free treatment regimen.
The BRICS nations reaffirmed their commitment to advancing collaborative research, innovation, and shared action towards ending tuberculosis. Together, BRICS nations move stronger towards a #TBFreeWorld.
#BRICS2026 #TBResearch #IndiaHosting
Under the 100-Day Campaign of the TB Mukt Bharat Abhiyaan, an Ayushman Arogya Shivir was successfully held in Gollapudi, NTR district, Andhra Pradesh.
Smt. Punya Salila Srivastava, Secretary, Ministry of Health & Family Welfare (MoHFW), Government of India, inaugurated the Shivir and reviewed the progress of the ongoing campaign. She was joined by Shri Saurabh Gaur, Principal Secretary (Health), Government of Andhra Pradesh, along with senior officials from both the Centre and the State.
The Shivir featured key public health interventions, including:
• Handheld X-ray screening for early TB detection
• Distribution of nutrition baskets to TB patients
• Interaction with TB Champions, PRI members, CHOs, and ANMs
• Review of flagship initiatives such as Anaemia Mukt Bharat and HPV vaccination
This initiative highlights strong Centre-State collaboration and reinforces India’s commitment to eliminating TB while strengthening grassroots healthcare delivery.
#TBMuktBharat
Smt. Aradhana Patnaik, AS&MD, NHM, Shri Nikhil Gajraj Jt. Secretary(TB),Dr. Shobini Rajan,DDG-TB along with Officers of CTD released Revised Guideline on Ni-kshay Mitra, Guideline on #TBMuktBharat Abhiyaan & Airborne Infection Control at National Review Meeting held in Delhi.
Smt. Aradhana Patnaik, AS & MD, NHM asked State/UTs to focus screen asymptomatic population with X-Ray for early detection of TB cases during the upcoming 100 Day Intensified TB Campaign (Phase II) at the National Review Meeting of #TBMuktBharat Abhiyaan held in Delhi.
Dr. Sanjay Kumar Matto,Joint Commissioner,CTD, joined Dr Ashok Bhardwaj(NTF Chairperson)&Dr. Anil Purty(NTF Vice Chairperson)as panelists at #IAPSM2026,Silvassa.
Discussion: From Classrooms to Communities-strengthening Medical Colleges’role inIndia’s TB Elimination.#TBMuktBharat
Dr. Sanjay Kumar Matto, Joint Commissioner, CTD, sensitized members of Southern Gujarat Chambers of Commerce and Industry in Surat on #TBMuktBharat Abhiyaan. He highlighted the crucial role industries can play in accelerating TB elimination efforts across India.
Under the chairpersonship of Smt. Aradhana Patnaik, AS & MD (NHM), a meeting was held to discuss the role of PSUs in strengthening #TBMuktBharat Abhiyan. PSUs were urged to adopt TB-free workplace policies, become Ni-kshay Mitra and spread awareness about TB.
A proud moment for the nation at #WHA78!🇮🇳
India has been conferred the Certificate of Elimination of Trachoma as a Public Health Problem by @DrTedros, Director-General @WHO, at the 78th World Health Assembly in Geneva.
This significant milestone reflects the success of our public health initiatives under the visionary leadership of Hon’ble Prime Minister Shri @narendramodi ji, whose focus on preventive and inclusive healthcare continues to drive global recognition.
India remains firmly committed to disease elimination and ensuring #HealthForAll through sustained, people-centric health reforms.
#TrachomaFreeIndia #IndiaAtWHA
Chaired a meeting on India’s mission to eliminate TB. Driven by active public participation, the movement has gained significant momentum over the last few years. Our Government remains committed to working closely with all stakeholders to realise the vision of a TB-free India.
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TB Champion Kumari Bharti shared her inspiring journey of overcoming TB, driving capacity building, reducing stigma & providing counseling. She urged everyone to support TB patients with compassion, strengthening India’s fight for a #TBMuktBharat@MoHFW_INDIA
Hon’ble Union Minister of Health & Family Welfare and Chemicals & Fertilizers, Shri Jagat Prakash Nadda, launched the National Guidance Document on Differentiated TB Care, enhancing awareness, policy guidance & community engagement to accelerate India’s fight against TB.
"सेवा और समर्पण"
माननीय केंद्रीय राज्य मंत्री भारत सरकार उपभोक्ता मामले, खाद्य, सामाजिक न्याय एवं अधिकारिता श्री बी एल वर्मा @blvermaup ने टीबी का इलाज करा रहे मरीज़ों के हर संभव सहयोग का संकल्प लिया। साथ ही उन्होंने #NikshayMitra पहल से जुड़कर टीबी मरीज़ों को पोषण किट वितरित कीं और उनका हौसला भी बढ़ाया।
#TBMuktBharat
@PibLucknow@ntep_UP
Participant at the National Youth Festival 2025: Viksit Bharat Young Leaders Dialogue in Delhi were enthusiastic about the on-going 100-day Intensified campaign for TB Elimination. 700+ TB Free India pledge were taken digitally &800+ selfies were taken. #TBMuktBharat@MoHFW_INDIA