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A star-studded cricket match between politicians and celebrities is set to highlight India's fight against tuberculosis. Former Union Minister Anurag Thakur will captain Neta XI against actor Sunil Shetty's Abhineta XI at Mumbai's MCA Cricket Stadium. The event brings together prominent figures including Salman Khan, Mohammad Azharuddin, and several political leaders. This initiative supports Prime Minister Modi's mission to eliminate TB from India ahead of global targets.

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Neta vs Abhineta: Anurag Thakur to lead Neta XI against Sunil Shetty's Abhineta XI in cricket match for 'TB-Free India'

Ministers and Bollywood stars unite for TB-Free India initiative as Neta XI takes on Abhineta XI in Mumbai, featuring Salman Khan and top politicians.

"It is our collective responsibility to create awareness about a serious disease like TB - Official Statement"

Mumbai, March 22

Former Union Minister and MP Anurag Thakur will lead Neta XI against actor Sunil Shetty's Abhineta XI in a friendly cricket match at the MCA Cricket Stadium, BKC, Mumbai, on March 22. The match aims to promote the idea of a 'TB-free India,' according to an official statement said.

The event will be attended by Maharashtra Governor CP Radhakrishnan, Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde, Union Minister Ram Mohan Naidu, and MPs such as Kamlesh Paswan, Manoj Tiwari, Mohammad Azharuddin, and Shrikant Shinde. Actor Salman Khan will also be present, along with several other dignitaries, the statement added.

The match is scheduled to start at 5:30 PM IST.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi has resolved to make India TB-free before the global goal, and it is the collective responsibility of the government, society and Parliament to create awareness about a serious disease like TB.

- ANI

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