Apurva Chandra

September 16, 2024 5:18 PM

India reaffirms commitment to adolescent well-being with launch of new report

The Indian government has reiterated its unwavering commitment to the well-being of adolescents at the launch of a new report titled "Economic Case for Investment in the Well-being of Adolescents in India." The event, held on Thursday, highlighted significant improvements in adolescent welfare across the country and showcased the government's extensive policies aimed at promoting youth health and development. Union Health Secretary Apurva Chandra emphasized India's dedication to nurturing adol...

Apurva Chandra appointed as Chairperson of Committee A of 77TH WHA event

Apurva Chandra, Union health secretary, Government of India, has been appointed as the Chairperson of the Committee A at the 77th World Health Assembly (WHA), announced by the World Health Organisation (WHO). The Committee A of WHA, the event scheduled to be held from May 27 to June 1 held at Geneva, is chaired by India. Committee A is tasked with facilitating crucial discussions on a range of programmatic topics. These include universal health coverage, public health emergency preparedness a...