Punjab Newsline, Chandigarh–
Haryana Health Minister, Aarti Singh Rao said that the state government is working swiftly and effectively to achieve the central government’s goal of eliminating tuberculosis (TB) by 2030. She highlighted that the initiatives taken so far are commendable and the state is making steady progress in the health sector.
The Health Minister informed that over 4,00,000 people have been screened across the state this year, of which 95,000 underwent X-ray examinations. Based on these tests, 57,000 TB cases have been identified and notified. She added that the government provides free medicines to TB patients along with financial assistance of Rs 1,000 per month for nutrition support. So far, Rs 131 crore has been transferred directly into patients’ accounts through Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT).
The Minister further shared that under the Nirogi Haryana Scheme, 94 lakh beneficiaries have been screened with more than 5.5 crore tests conducted. In addition, Rs 3,000 crore has been spent on 27 lakh claims under the Ayushman Bharat Scheme, while Rs 1,300 crore has been disbursed for 9.50 lakh claims under the Chirayu Scheme.
She also informed that Haryana has made significant progress under the Anemia Mukt Bharat Abhiyan. Earlier ranked 10th in the country, the state has now improved to the 5th position.
The Health Minister said these achievements reflect the state government’s commitment to strengthening healthcare services. She expressed confidence that with the combined efforts of the central and state governments, the target of eliminating TB by 2030 will certainly be achieved.