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March 23, 2026 3:28 PM

Health Minister J.P. Nadda to lead World TB Day 2026 event, launch ‘TB Mukt Bharat’ 100-days campaign

Union Health Minister Jagat Prakash Nadda will preside over a national-level event on March 24 to mark World Tuberculosis (TB) Day 2026 at Gautam Buddha University in Greater Noida, Uttar Pradesh. The event is aimed at highlighting India’s progress in combating tuberculosis and reinforcing the government’s commitment to achieving a TB-free nation in line with the vision of Prime Minister Narendra Modi. On the occasion, the Health Minister will launch a series of initiatives, including the ...

December 2, 2025 11:02 AM

PM Modi, Amit Shah extend birthday greetings to J.P. Nadda

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday extended birthday greetings to Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) National President and Union Health Minister Jagat Prakash Nadda, praising his organisational work and contributions to governance. In a post on X, PM Modi said, "Best wishes to Shri JP Nadda Ji on his birthday. He is widely respected for his humble and affable personality. He is known for his organisational skills and passion towards good governance. His role in making the BJP stronger is laudat...

October 3, 2025 7:44 PM

Health Minister JP Nadda presides over third Foundation Day of AIIMS Bilaspur

Union Minister of Health and Family Welfare Jagat Prakash Nadda presided over the 3rd Foundation Day celebrations of AIIMS Bilaspur on Friday, highlighting the institute’s rapid growth into a premier healthcare and medical education hub within just three years of its establishment. He was joined by Union Minister Anurag Thakur, Rajya Sabha MP Harsh Mahajan, former Himachal Pradesh Chief Minister and Leader of Opposition Jai Ram Thakur, and State Health Minister Col. Dr. Dhani Ram Shandil, alo...

September 26, 2025 10:22 PM

Health Minister JP Nadda inaugurates Third Global Food Regulators Summit 2025

Union Minister of Health and Family Welfare Jagat Prakash Nadda on Friday inaugurated the third edition of the Global Food Regulators Summit 2025 at Bharat Mandapam, underscoring the deep connection between food, health, and mental well-being. Organized by the Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) under the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, the summit is centered around the theme “Evolving Food Systems – Yatha Annam Tatha Manah (यथा अन्नं तथा मन...

August 3, 2025 10:48 AM

India achieves record 18,900 organ transplants in 2024: Health Minister J.P. Nadda

Union Health and Family Welfare Minister Jagat Prakash Nadda on Saturday reaffirmed the government’s commitment to strengthening the organ donation and transplantation ecosystem in India, underlining that initiatives are being streamlined to ensure timely and smooth organ movement and transplants across the country. Addressing the 15th Indian Organ Donation Day celebrations at Dr. Ambedkar International Centre, organized by the National Organ and Tissue Transplant Organization (NOTTO), Nadda ...

July 6, 2025 5:10 PM

Health Minister JP Nadda distributes appointment letters, flags off Ayushman Bharat registration vans in Delhi

Union Health Minister Jagat Prakash Nadda on Sunday distributed appointment letters to newly recruited nursing officers and paramedical staff, and flagged off Ayushman Bharat Registration Vans in the presence of Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta at an event held at Vigyan Bhawan. Describing the occasion as momentous, Nadda noted that this is the first time in 15 years that Delhi’s nursing officers and paramedical staff have received appointment letters. He emphasized that this recruitment mark...

June 9, 2025 12:13 PM

Ayushman Bharat scheme led to historic development in health in last 11 years: Nadda

The flagship Ayushman Bharat - Jan Arogya scheme has led to historic development in the health sector in the last 11 years, said Union Health Minister JP Nadda on Monday. In a post on X, Nadda elucidated the progress made by the country in various fields under the Prime Minister Narendra Modi-led government over the last decade. “In the last 11 years, there has been historic development in all areas, including education, health, transport, infrastructure, and defense,” Nadda said. The U...

September 16, 2024 6:17 PM

Heatwave: Health Minister directs setting up of special units in central govt hospitals, know dos & don’ts

Union Health Minister JP Nadda reviewed the heatwave situation across the country on Wednesday and instructed the establishment of special heatwave units in central government hospitals. The minister also assessed the preparedness of hospitals to deal with heatwave with senior officials of the Health Ministry. The Health Minister has directed officials to ensure all hospitals are prepared to provide the best healthcare to those affected by the heatwave. Under the direction of the Union Health M...

September 16, 2024 6:10 PM

Will ensure better healthcare infrastructure & facilities: Health Minister Nadda

Newly appointed Health Minister JP Nadda on Monday vowed to make every effort to ensure better healthcare infrastructure and facilities, ensuring no one is left behind in receiving better treatment after he was allocated health ministry, a portfolio he held in the first term of the Modi government. He also expressed his gratitude to Prime Minister Narendra Modi for giving him the roles of Minister of Health and Family Welfare (MoHFW), and Minister of Chemicals and Fertilizers. In a post shared...