Tuberculosis elimination in West Bengal reviewed under TB Mukt Bharat Abhiyan

West Bengal Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari reviewed implementation of the Centre's TB Mukt Bharat Abhiyan at Nabanna, calling for coordinated work by public representatives, healthcare professionals, and officials. The meeting assessed district-wise progress, treatment outcomes, and measures to strengthen early detection, surveillance, awareness, treatment adherence, and outreach in higher-burden districts.

West Bengal Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari on Saturday urged joint action to make the state tuberculosis-free. Suvendu Adhikari reviewed the Centre’s TB Mukt Bharat Abhiyan at Nabanna. Suvendu Adhikari examined steps for early diagnosis, treatment, and prevention. Suvendu Adhikari said sustained cooperation was needed across systems to fight the disease.

During the meeting, Suvendu Adhikari called for coordinated work by elected representatives, doctors, and officials. "Eliminating tuberculosis requires sustained collective action. Public representatives, doctors and government officials must work together to ensure that every patient is identified, treated and supported,\" Suvendu Adhikari said. The focus remained on ensuring patients were found early and stayed on treatment.

TB Mukt Bharat Abhiyan review in West Bengal

A senior Health Department official said the session checked district-wise progress under the campaign. The review also looked at treatment outcomes across areas. Officials discussed measures to reach vulnerable sections more effectively. The official said the aim was to improve coverage where patients may face barriers to care.

TB Mukt Bharat Abhiyan focus on surveillance and adherence

Suvendu Adhikari assessed the current position of the programme and highlighted key gaps. Suvendu Adhikari asked for stronger surveillance and wider awareness efforts. The meeting also examined ways to improve treatment adherence. Officials discussed how better follow-up could support patients and reduce missed doses.

TB Mukt Bharat Abhiyan steps for high-burden districts

Discussions also covered faster action in districts with a comparatively higher tuberculosis burden. The Health Department official said interventions in such districts were reviewed for speed and reach. The meeting also explored improved access to diagnosis and treatment services. The official said greater community participation was also discussed.

The Health Department official said the review was part of West Bengal’s role in the national elimination goal. The approach relied on intensified detection and timely treatment. The official added that public participation was seen as important for better results. Officials and healthcare teams were expected to keep tracking progress and outcomes.

With inputs from PTI