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India Contributes to London resolution addressing antimicrobial resistance
New Delhi: At the Annual Convention of the
Commonwealth Medical Association
(CMA) held in London on July 18, 56 National Medical Associations came together to adopt the London Resolution on
Antimicrobial Resistance
(AMR) 2025. Among the leading contributors to this global initiative was India, which played a central role in shaping the resolution through the
Indian Medical Association
(IMA).
The resolution is intended to portray coordinated international effort to address the rising threat of AMR, often referred to as the "silent pandemic." It aims to curb
antibiotic misuse
and strengthen antimicrobial stewardship across member nations.
The document was jointly released by Prof. (Dr.) J. A. Jayalal, President of the CMA, and MP Seema Malhotra, UK's Parliamentary Under-Secretary of State for Migration and Citizenship. Dr. Jayalal underscored AMR as a pressing
public health challenge
with far-reaching consequences, noting the need for collective action to protect vulnerable populations and safeguard future generations.
India's contribution was reflected in both policy drafting and practical implementation models. The IMA's AMR SMART Hospital Model—which integrates infection control, education, and stewardship practices—was cited as a best-practice example for replication across Commonwealth countries.
The resolution outlines 14 key commitments, including the appointment of AMR focal points in each country, formation of national AMR committees, integration of AMR education into medical training, and hosting annual AMR-focused sessions at medical conferences. It also emphasizes a One Health approach, addressing the interconnectedness of human, animal, and environmental health in combating resistance.
one of the feature of the resolution is the proposed
CMA Fellowship in AMR
, designed to support the development of experts in antimicrobial stewardship. It is stated that the fellowship will focus on training early- and mid-career health professionals to lead AMR-related research, policy, and implementation strategies.
The CMA will work with member associations to roll out the resolution's roadmap, promote knowledge exchange, and track progress annually.
