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President Murmu Calls for United Front to Eradicate Tuberculosis in India

President Droupadi Murmu has called for a collective effort from all stakeholders to eliminate tuberculosis, describing it as a persistent global health challenge. Her message comes on the eve of World Tuberculosis Day, observed annually on March 24. She highlighted the significant progress made by the TB Mukt Bharat Abhiyan in early diagnosis, free treatment, and patient care. The President also extended greetings for Bihar Day, expressing confidence in the state's residents to contribute to national development.

Key Points: President Murmu Urges Collective Action to End TB

  • Call for united action against TB
  • Progress in early diagnosis & free treatment
  • TB Mukt Bharat Abhiyan advances
  • World Tuberculosis Day awareness
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President Droupadi Murmu urges collective action to eliminate TB ahead of World Tuberculosis Day

President Droupadi Murmu urges stakeholders to unite in eliminating tuberculosis, highlighting progress under the TB Mukt Bharat Abhiyan ahead of World TB Day.

"I urge all stakeholders to work together with collective resolve to end tuberculosis once and for all. - President Droupadi Murmu"

New Delhi, March 23

President Droupadi Murmu on Monday urged all stakeholders to unite efforts to eliminate tuberculosis, describing it as a persistent global public health challenge.

According to an official statement from Rashtrapati Bhavan, the President shared her message on the eve of World Tuberculosis Day, observed annually on March 24.

"I am happy to know that 'World Tuberculosis Day' is being celebrated on 24th March to raise awareness about the global challenge posed by Tuberculosis (TB)," Murmu said.

Highlighting ongoing efforts, she noted that the TB Mukt Bharat Abhiyan has made significant progress in early diagnosis, free treatment, nutritional support, and improved patient care. She said these advancements reflect the country's commitment under the National TB Elimination Programme.

"Tuberculosis continues to pose a significant public health challenge... I urge all stakeholders to work together with collective resolve to end tuberculosis once and for all," the President added.

Earlier on Sunday, President Droupadi Murmu extended warm greetings on the occasion of Bihar Day, hoping for a golden future for the state. In a post on X, the President recognised the culture and heritage of the state and asserted confidence in the talent and hard work of its residents in contributing to the growth of the state and the country.

"Heartfelt greetings of Bihar Day to all the people of Bihar residing in the country and abroad. As the land of the world's first republic, and along with it, the birthplace of glorious empires and great cultural-spiritual traditions, this soil has always enriched the land of India by making contributions in various fields. I am confident that the residents of the state, with their boundless talent and hard work, will play an important role in the development of Bihar and the entire country. I extend my best wishes for a golden future to the state and all its residents," the post read.

- ANI

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Rohit P
Collective action is the key. It's not just the government's job. As citizens, we must support awareness, reduce stigma so people seek treatment early, and help those undergoing treatment with proper nutrition. Jai Hind!
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Aman W
Respectfully, while the President's words are encouraging, the ground reality is different. In my district, the free medicine supply is often irregular. The program needs stronger monitoring and local accountability. Hope this call leads to actual improvement.
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Sarah B
It's heartening to see the focus on nutritional support. TB weakens the body so much, medicine alone isn't enough. Community kitchens or direct benefit transfers for food can make a huge difference in recovery rates.
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Karthik V
Good to see the message ahead of World TB Day. Also appreciated her greetings for Bihar Day. Our leaders should celebrate every state's unique contribution to India's fabric. 🇮🇳
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Nisha Z
Early diagnosis is crucial. We need more mobile testing vans in slums and industrial areas. Many daily wage workers ignore symptoms until it's too severe because they can't afford to miss a day's work. The system needs to go to them.

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