Sri Vijaya Puram, Oct. 28: The Hon’ble Lieutenant Governor, Dr. Dinesh Sharma Ji, today launched the ‘TB-Free Workplace Initiative’ at Lok Niwas, Sri Vijaya Puram. On the occasion, the Hon’ble Lieutenant Governor highlighted the importance of integrating TB awareness, screening and preventive healthcare into workplaces. The initiative aims to encourage employees to actively participate in efforts towards TB elimination and create a supportive environment for the early detection and treatment of the disease.
The Hon’ble Lieutenant Governor also administered the ‘TB-Free India Pledge’ to all present. The participants pledged to raise awareness about tuberculosis, support affected individuals and families, facilitate access to healthcare services and contribute towards achieving the national goal of TB elimination.
A presentation by the Health Department highlighted the progress achieved by the Andaman and Nicobar Islands under the TB-Free India Campaign. According to the data presented, 100% mapping of the identified target population has been completed, while 38 Gram Panchayats and 18 tribal villages were declared TB-free in 2025. These achievements underscore the importance of sustained community participation and coordinated public health action.
As part of the initiative, screening for tuberculosis (TB) and non-communicable diseases (NCDs) was also conducted for employees. This further emphasised the importance of preventive healthcare, early detection and timely medical intervention.
The launch of the TB-Free Workplace Initiative at Lok Niwas marks a significant step towards strengthening workplace-based screening and awareness activities across the Andaman and Nicobar Islands.
The Commissioner-cum-Secretary (Health), Secretary (Health), other officers and employees of Lok Niwas were present on the occasion.