Health Ministry workshop focuses on early detection, contact tracing to curb leprosy transmission

August 19, 2026 11:52 PM

Health Ministry workshop focuses on early detection, contact tracing to curb leprosy transmission

The Union Health Ministry on Wednesday began a two-day review-cum-capacity building workshop under the National Leprosy Eradication Programme (NLEP) in Indore, Madhya Pradesh, with a focus on strengthening early detection, contact tracing and treatment to accelerate efforts to interrupt leprosy transmission. Organised by the Central Leprosy Division (CLD) of the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, the workshop brought together more than 70 health officials, technical experts and development ...

Free diagnosis and treatment driving India towards a leprosy-free future: Government

January 30, 2026 5:06 PM

Free diagnosis and treatment driving India towards a leprosy-free future: Government

Free diagnosis and multi-drug treatment at public health facilities across the country are ensuring that India continues its progress towards becoming leprosy-free, the government said on Friday. India observes National Leprosy Day annually on January 30, coinciding with the death anniversary of Mahatma Gandhi, in recognition of his lifelong service to people affected by the disease. Highlighting ongoing efforts under the National Leprosy Eradication Programme (NLEP), the Ministry of Health an...