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India Launches 100-Day TB Elimination Drive & App on World TB Day 2026

The Union Health Ministry will host a national event for World TB Day 2026 at Gautam Buddha University in Greater Noida. Union Minister Jagat Prakash Nadda will preside and launch a focused 100-day "TB Mukt Bharat Abhiyaan," a dedicated mobile app, and an urban ward initiative. The event aims to accelerate case detection and treatment, aligning with Prime Minister Narendra Modi's vision for a TB-free India. Senior officials, including MoS Anupriya Patel and Uttar Pradesh Deputy CM Brajesh Pathak, will attend to reaffirm the national commitment to eliminating TB.

Key Points: India's 100-Day TB Elimination Campaign Launched by JP Nadda

  • Launch of 100-day TB elimination campaign
  • New TB Mukt Bharat App introduced
  • Focus on high-burden urban wards
  • Showcase of NTEP achievements
  • Multi-sectoral collaboration emphasized
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Union Health Minister JP Nadda to preside over national event on World TB Day 2026

Union Health Minister JP Nadda launches TB Mukt Bharat Abhiyaan, a new app, and urban ward initiative to accelerate India's fight against tuberculosis.

Union Health Minister JP Nadda to preside over national event on World TB Day 2026
"Yes, we can end TB. - Prime Minister Narendra Modi"

New Delhi, March 23

The Ministry of Health and Family Welfare is set to commemorate World TB Day 2026 with a national-level event to be held on March 24 at Gautam Buddha University, Greater Noida, Uttar Pradesh. The event will be presided over by Union Minister for Health and Family Welfare, Jagat Prakash Nadda, according to an official release.

The event aims to highlight India's accelerated progress towards the elimination of Tuberculosis (TB), in line with the Prime Minister Narendra Modi's vision of a TB-Mukt Bharat. It will serve as a platform to showcase key achievements, innovative strategies, and strengthened community engagement under the National Tuberculosis Elimination Programme (NTEP).

On this occasion, the Union Health Minister will flag off the focused and intensified "TB Mukt Bharat Abhiyaan - 100 Days Campaign", along with the launch of the TB Mukt Bharat App and the TB Mukt Urban Ward Initiative. These initiatives are aimed at accelerating case detection, improving treatment adherence, and strengthening last-mile delivery of TB services, particularly in high-burden areas, the release stated.

These efforts resonate strongly with the theme of World TB Day 2026 -- "Yes! We Can End TB!", and reflect India's renewed commitment to intensifying the fight against TB. More importantly, they echo the vision and call for action of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, who has consistently emphasized the nation's resolve to achieve a TB-Mukt Bharat, affirming that "Yes, we can end TB."

As per the release, the national programme will be attended by Minister of State for Health and Family Welfare, Anupriya Patel; Deputy Chief Minister of Uttar Pradesh, Brajesh Pathak; the Secretary, Ministry of Health and Family Welfare; along with senior officials from the Union and State Governments, public health experts, development partners, healthcare professionals, and community representatives.

The observance of World TB Day 2026 underscores India's resolve to accelerate efforts towards achieving the Sustainable Development Goals related to TB elimination ahead of global targets. The event will reaffirm the nation's commitment to intensifying multi-sectoral collaboration and adopting evidence-based strategies to eliminate TB as a public health problem.

- ANI

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Rohit P
Good to see high-level focus on TB elimination. The 'Urban Ward Initiative' is crucial. Our cities have dense populations where TB can spread silently. But execution is key - hope the plans on paper translate to real action and resources on the ground.
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Aman W
While the vision is commendable, I hope this isn't just another high-profile event. We need sustained, year-round efforts in primary health centers, not just announcements. The last-mile delivery they mention is where we consistently falter.
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Sarah B
Working with an NGO in Mumbai, I've seen the stigma attached to TB. A national campaign led by the Health Minister can really help change public perception. The community engagement part is vital. Wishing the team success!
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Karthik V
TB-Mukt Bharat is an ambitious and necessary goal. The use of technology via an app is a smart move for a country like India. Hope it has features in regional languages and works offline for areas with poor connectivity.
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Nisha Z
It's heartening to see India aiming to beat global targets. My father is a doctor in a small town, and he says early detection is the biggest challenge. If this 100-day campaign can improve that, it will be a game-changer. Jai Hind!

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