NewzVille Desk
Today is World Health Day. World Health Organization (WHO) in 1950, started observing this day every year on 07 April to unite governments, institutions, and communities in addressing critical health priorities.
World Health Day is being observed to tackle the global health issues and mobilise action to improve public health outcomes.
This the theme is: “Healthy Beginnings, Hopeful Futures,” and it launches a year-long campaign focused on maternal and newborn health, urging countries to end preventable deaths and prioritise women’s long-term well-being.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi in his message started, “On World Health Day, we express gratitude to all those who work to make our planet healthier. Our Government will continue working to augment health infrastructure and ensure quality healthcare to the people.”
Aligning with the vision, the Government of India, through the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, continues to strengthen its commitment to equitable, accessible, and quality healthcare.
Over the past decade, India’s health sector has made notable strides through initiatives like Ayushman Bharat and the National Health Mission, which have improved maternal and child health, expanded digital health access, and enhanced infrastructure and services.
The Ministry of Health and Family Welfare ( MoHFW) has made substantial strides in improving India’s public health outcomes through various key initiatives and programs. The National Health Mission (NHM) has played a central role in this progress.
India’s advancements in public health, especially in maternal and child care, reflect a strong commitment to equitable and inclusive healthcare. Through transformative initiatives like Ayushman Bharat, the National Health Mission, and targeted maternal programs such as JSY, PMSMA, SUMAN, and LaQshya, the country has significantly reduced maternal and child mortality rates and improved institutional delivery access.
Complemented by digital health interventions like ABDM and eSanjeevani, disease elimination drives, and mental health support through Tele-MANAS, India is steadily progressing towards universal health coverage for a better future.
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