INTENSIFIED 100 DAYS TB CAMPAIGN LAUNCHED IN 6 DISTRICTS OF MANIPUR

Imphal, 7th December,2024 (DIPR): Health and Family Welfare / IPR Minister, Dr. Sapam Ranjan Singh has launched Intensified 100 Days TB Campaign for 6 districts of Manipur today at Hotel Classic Grande, Imphal. The launching event was jointly organised by Directorate of Health Services, National Health Mission & State TB Cell, Manipur.
Speaking as the Chief Guest of the function, Minister Shri Sapam Ranjan Singh, emphasized that Tuberculosis (TB) is now treatable disease. He acknowledged persistent challenges in certain geographical areas of Manipur, such as lack of medicines and difficulties in reaching remote regions. He called for urgent attention to resolve these challenges to ensure uninterrupted treatment access for all.
Reflecting on TB screening methods, he recalled the inconveniences faced according to NHRL, pointing the logistic challenges in hard-to-reach areas. In regions where even two-wheeler vehicles cannot traverse, the delivery of healthcare resources becomes a significant obstacle, he noted.
The Minister highlighted the progress made in diagnostics, with limited X-ray machines, especially in remote areas like Nungba, where accessibility issues persist. Portable X-ray machines are essential in good numbers to bridge these gaps, he added.
Dr. Ranjan also underscored the power of teamwork in pursuing the success of the campaign, through collective effort and added that we can eliminate TB, providing timely treatment, and save lives. Teamwork will be the backbone of our success in this mission, he remarked.
Launching of the Campaign was followed by felicitation of Nikshay Mitra, distribution of food baskets, felicitation of TB Champions. Minister also flagged off Ni-kshay Vahan and Launched Medical Mobile Van. As a part of the occasion, a visit to Ni-kshay Shivir & interaction with beneficiaries were also held.
The programme was graced by Shri Hungyo Worshang, IAS, Special Secretary, Health & Family Welfare, Dr. Chambo Golmei, Director of Health Services, Manipur, Dr. M. Dinesh Singh, State Mission Director, NHM, Manipur, and Shri A. Shrivastava, Advisor, NHRL as President and Guests of honour respectively. Others also attended the occasion.