Categories: State News

World TB Day 2021: Kerala’s TB eradication programme bags national honour

Kerala’s tuberculosis eradication programme had won national honour as the state bagged the Union government’s award for reducing the prevalence of the disease through various systematic initiatives. Kerala is the only state had chosen for recognition in the state category.

Buy Prime Test Series for all Banking, SSC, Insurance & other exams

The southern state has reduced the TB prevalence rate by 5 per cent in the last five years as part of achieving sustainable development goals. The nation has set an ambitious goal to achieve “End Tuberculosis” by reducing the incidence of new TB cases by 80% by 2025, five years ahead of UN Sustainable Development Goals.

Important takeaways for all competitive exams:

  • Kerala CM: Pinarayi Vijayan.
  • Kerala Governor: Arif Mohammad Khan.

Find More State In News Here

Sumit Arora

As a team lead and current affairs writer at Adda247, I am responsible for researching and producing engaging, informative content designed to assist candidates in preparing for national and state-level competitive government exams. I specialize in crafting insightful articles that keep aspirants updated on the latest trends and developments in current affairs. With a strong emphasis on educational excellence, my goal is to equip readers with the knowledge and confidence needed to excel in their exams. Through well-researched and thoughtfully written content, I strive to guide and support candidates on their journey to success.

Recent Posts

Archaeologists Unearth Missing Piece of 3,200 Year Old Ramesses II Statue in Egypt

The major Egypt archaeological discovery has solved a mystery. This mystery that remained unanswered for…

10 mins ago

Rare Medieval Gajapathi Inscription Discovered in Guntur Temple

The medieval Gajapathi inscription has been discovered at the Lakshmi Narasimha Swamy Temple in Ramachandrapura…

25 mins ago

Supreme Court Tightens Rules as UPSC Changes DGP Appointment Process

The process to the appointing State Director General of Police (DGP) has been changed after…

48 mins ago

22 Year Old Surya Midha Breaks Mark Zuckerberg Record & Joins the Youngest Billionaire List

Surya Midha has created headline after matching the youngest billionaire milestone. Earlier this milestone was…

50 mins ago

Which Island is known as the Orphan of the Pearl?

Did you know that many islands around the world have unique nicknames based on their…

1 hour ago

Chandrika Pujari Wins Gold at World Boxing Futures Cup 2026 as India Bags Five Medals

At the World Boxing Futures Cup 2026 India had finishing the tournament with five medals.…

2 hours ago