President Droupadi Murmu formally opened the ‘Save Lives and Build a Healthy India’ national campaign by PD Hinduja Hospital at Lok Bhawan, Mumbai, Tuesday. She passionately advocated health as everyone’s responsibility, pushing for joint initiatives ensuring care reaches the neediest without delay.
Reviewing a decade of health progress, Murmu lauded Ayushman Bharat—insuring 12 crore families with Rs 5 lakh annual hospital coverage via 1.8 lakh+ centers.
Vaccination via Mission Indradhanush, TB-free push, and sickle cell missions prevent outbreaks. Expanded doctor training, new colleges, and AIIMS have professionalized services.
Emergencies require swift action to preserve lives, she said. Accident aid under PM scheme hits Rs 1.5 lakh cashless; ambulances, centers, and campaigns save days. The new effort reinforces this.
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Pharma giant India exports cures globally but imports burden us. Make in India, PLI schemes localize production. Call to action: boost R&D, startups in health.
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