Tripura Governor Indrasena Reddy Nallu has called on the youth to work more sincerely to build a TB-free Tripura and country. He also called to make every Panchayat of the state TB-free. 

He was speaking at an awareness workshop on TB Mukt Bharat Abhiyan at Pragna Bhavan, Agartala. The event was jointly organized by the Regional Institute of Pharmaceutical Science and Technology, Health and Family Welfare department and National Health Mission.

The Governor said, fight against TB is not just a challenge for the medical fraternity, but this is also our expression of collective will, social unity and commitment to work for the welfare of every citizen. 

The programme aimed at strengthening and expediting the process of identification of TB patients, as well as ensuring better treatment facilities for the workers engaged in risky professions. 

The Governor reiterated that Prime Minister Narendra Modi has called upon to build TB-free India. The state government is also working towards this vision. He said, making Tripura TB-free is our responsibility and duty. He called upon the health workers, public representatives and common people to come forward to fulfill this aim.

At the programme the Governor officially launched the TB-Mukt Bharat Abhiyan App. He also handed over nutritious food to some TB patients. He felicitated the Nikshay Mitras with certificates. 

NEEPCO, NEDFi, Hepatitis Foundation of Tripura were also felicitated on this occasion. 

The director of Family Welfare and Preventive Medicines department and State TB Officer Nupur Debbarma deliberated on the TB Mukt Bharat Abhiyan. Additionally, some cured patients also spoke about their experiences.

The progamme was also attended by the director of Health and Family Welfare department Dr. Anjan Das, Joint Mission Director of NHM Jubili Debbarma. The welcome address was delivered by acting Principal of RIPSAT Dr. Hrishiraj Chhetri.