India Recognized by WHO SEARO for Eliminating Trachoma in 2024

Oct 8, 2024, 01:14 PM

India has been recognized by the World Health Organization South-East Asia Regional Office (WHO SEARO) for eliminating trachoma as a public health problem in 2024. The citation was awarded during the 77th Regional Conference and received by Smt. Aradhana Patnaik, Additional Secretary and Mission Director of the National Health Mission, Ministry of Health and Family Welfare. Trachoma is a neglected tropical disease and the leading infectious cause of blindness globally. India becomes the third country in the South-East Asia Region to achieve this milestone. The elimination of trachoma is a significant public health achievement, reflecting the efforts of health workers, communities, and the government. Dr. Tedros and Prime Minister Narendra Modi congratulated India on this accomplishment.