Panchkula: In a significant step towards eliminating TB in India, Union Health Minister Jagat Prakash Nadda launched a 100-Day TB-Free India Campaign in Panchkula, focusing on accelerating efforts to eliminate tuberculosis (TB) before the global deadline of 2030. The initiative targets 347 high TB burden districts, aiming to enhance the detection, diagnosis, and treatment of TB patients, especially among high-risk groups.
Strengthening Diagnostics and Treatment
The campaign introduces advanced diagnostic tools such as mobile AI-enabled X-rays and expanded diagnostic lab networks to improve early detection. It also emphasizes patient support through the Ni-kshay Poshan Yojana, which now provides ₹1,000 per month for nutritional needs.
Milestones in TB Control
India has already achieved an 87% treatment success rate and reduced TB-related deaths by 21.4% over the last decade. The campaign will build on these achievements by implementing innovative treatment models and promoting active case detection to identify hidden infections.
Multi-Stakeholder Participation
The campaign encourages collaboration between government, private healthcare providers, and community stakeholders to meet its ambitious goals. With these efforts, India reaffirms its commitment to becoming TB-free ahead of the global target of 2030.
PM Modi took to X to emphasize the need for the initiative and the steps taken by the government. He wrote:
“Our fight against TB just got stronger! Powered by a collective spirit to defeat TB, a special 100-day campaign is starting today with a focus on the high-burden TB districts. India is fighting TB in a multi-pronged manner with:
- Doubling support to patients
- Jan Bhagidari
- Newer drugs
- Use of tech & better diagnostic tools.
Let us all come together and do our bit to eliminate TB.”
