Maharashtra Health Minister Sets Global Record with Mega Medical Camp

Dr. Tanajirao Sawant, Minister of Health & Family Welfare of Maharashtra, has been honored by the International Book of Records for organizing the world's largest medical camp. The event took place on July 18, 2024, in Pandharpur, with over 1.5 million participants and 7,500 medical personnel involved.

Dr. Tanajirao Sawant, Maharashtra's Health & Family Welfare Minister, has earned international accolades for organizing the world's largest medical camp, as certified by the International Book of Records.

The historic event unfolded on July 18, 2024, in Pandharpur, attracting 1,512,774 participants who received medical check-ups. A contingent of 7,500 doctors and paramedics ensured smooth operations, marking a new global benchmark in medical care delivery.

The primary aim was to provide healthcare access to those who might have otherwise lacked it. The initiative, supported by Shivajirao Sawant, Dr. Dharmendra Kumar, Dr. Dilip Pawar, and the R. K. HIV AIDS Research & Care Centre, underscored the power of vision, leadership, and teamwork in public health. Dr. Sawant's achievement highlights the significance of large-scale healthcare initiatives in tackling public health challenges.

(With inputs from agencies.)