Rajasthan Launches Third Phase of TB-Free Gram Panchayat Abhiyan

The third phase of the 'TB-Free Gram Panchayat Abhiyan' has commenced in over 9,000 gram panchayats in Rajasthan. The campaign, part of the National Tuberculosis Eradication Program, aims to involve community participation and public awareness. The goal is to make Rajasthan TB-free by 2025.

The third phase of the 'TB-Free Gram Panchayat Abhiyan' was launched on Monday across more than 9,000 gram panchayats in Rajasthan, according to officials.

Additional Chief Secretary of the Medical and Health Department, Shubhra Singh, announced special activities and community involvement initiatives under this phase. The campaign is a crucial part of the National Tuberculosis Eradication Program.

Singh highlighted that the earlier phase had been carried out in 7,700 gram panchayats in 2023, with 622 declared 'TB-free'. The current initiative aims to make Rajasthan TB-free by 2025, involving ASHA and health workers conducting door-to-door screenings twice a year.

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