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New Delhi:<\/b> On the eve of World Tuberculosis Day 2026<\/b>, the President of India, Smt. Droupadi Murmu<\/b>, has called upon all citizens and stakeholders to unite with a “shared determination” to eradicate Tuberculosis (TB) from the country. Observed annually on March 24<\/b>, the day serves as a global reminder of the persistent health, social, and economic impact of the disease.<\/p>\n

A Vision for a \u2018TB Mukt Bharat\u2019<\/b><\/h2>\n

In her official message, the President highlighted the significant strides made under the TB Mukt Bharat Abhiyaan<\/b>. She noted that India\u2019s National TB Elimination Programme has successfully expanded early diagnosis and ensured free treatment for millions.<\/p>\n

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“This progress underscores our shared determination and the strength of the National TB Elimination Programme. I urge all stakeholders to work together with collective resolve to end tuberculosis once and for all,” <\/span>the President stated.<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n

India\u2019s 2026 Strategy: The 100-Day Campaign<\/b><\/h2>\n

To mark World TB Day 2026, the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare is launching several high-impact initiatives at a national event in Greater Noida:<\/p>\n

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    100-Day TB Mukt Bharat Campaign:<\/b> A focused, intensified drive to accelerate case detection in high-burden areas.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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    TB Mukt Urban Ward Initiative:<\/b> Scaling up elimination efforts specifically within dense urban settings.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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    Digital Innovation:<\/b> The launch of the new TB Mukt Bharat App<\/b> to improve treatment adherence and patient tracking.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

    The Global Theme: “Yes! We Can End TB”<\/b><\/h2>\n

    The theme for 2026, \u201cYes! We Can End TB!\u201d<\/i>, resonates with India\u2019s ambitious goal to eliminate the disease by 2025\u2014five years ahead of the global Sustainable Development Goal (SDG) target.<\/p>\n

    Recent data shows a marked reduction in “missing” TB cases, dropping from 15 lakh in 2015 to roughly 2.5 lakh. This success is largely attributed to the Ni-kshay Mitra<\/b> initiative, where over 2.5 lakh volunteers have stepped up to provide nutritional and social support to patients.<\/p>\n

    Key Symptoms to Watch For<\/b><\/h2>\n

    Health experts remind the public that early detection remains the most effective tool against TB. Common symptoms include:<\/p>\n

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      A persistent cough lasting more than two weeks.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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      Unexplained weight loss and loss of appetite.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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      Night sweats and recurring fever.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

      As the nation observes World TB Day, the message from Rashtrapati Bhavan is clear: with community participation and modern diagnostic tools, a TB-free India is no longer just a goal, but an achievable reality.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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