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Time of India
3 days ago
- Health
- Time of India
TB Free India: 20% population to be screened in Nagpur's high-risk zones
Nagpur: As part of the nationwide TB Mukt Bharat Abhiyaan (TB Free India Project), Nagpur district is currently conducting an intensive 100-day active case-finding campaign to detect and treat suspected TB cases at the earliest. Under this campaign, it is planned to survey approximately 20% of the district's population, with a sharp focus on high-risk groups and vulnerable communities. According to health officials, the survey teams — comprising community health officers, health workers, and Asha volunteers — are screening people in areas identified as high-risk, including mental health institutions, mining areas, district jails, tribal regions, migrant settlements, brick kiln sites, urban slums, old-age homes, residential schools (ashram shalas), industrial zones, and other crowded public spaces. District collector Vipin Itankar and chief executive officer of the zilla parishad, Vinayak Mahamuni, have appealed to all stakeholders to ensure that the campaign achieves its goals with 100% coverage. "Early detection and prompt treatment are crucial to breaking the chain of TB transmission. The support of private practitioners, NGOs, and community leaders is vital in making Nagpur district TB-free ahead of the national deadline," said Mahamuni. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like We Can't Believe She Wore That To The Red Carpet Golfhooked Read More Undo Instructions to this effect have been issued to the Nagpur chapter of the Indian Medical Association (IMA), asking private practitioners and hospitals to coordinate closely with the District TB Office to ensure 100% notification of patients receiving treatment for TB. TB remains one of the leading infectious diseases in India, with an estimated 27 lakh new cases notified nationwide in 2023. Maharashtra is among the states with a significant TB burden, and districts like Nagpur play a critical role in achieving the country's elimination targets. Public health experts stress that eliminating TB not only saves lives but also has significant socio-economic benefits, reducing the disease's toll on vulnerable populations and minimising treatment costs for families. The district administration has urged citizens to cooperate with survey teams, undergo screening if approached, and immediately seek medical attention if they experience symptoms like a persistent cough lasting more than two weeks, unexplained weight loss, fever, or night sweats.
Time of India
4 days ago
- General
- Time of India
ZP Ngp plants over 2 lakh trees in a day, sets new record for ‘Green Maharashtra'
Nagpur: Zilla Parishad (ZP) Nagpur made a powerful statement for environmental action by planting 2,00,076 trees across the district in a single day on Tuesday. The drive, part of the 'Green Maharashtra, Prosperous Maharashtra' mission, marks a major milestone toward the district's annual target of 5 lakh trees for 2025. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now The initiative was launched following an appeal by state revenue-cum-guardian minister of Nagpur district Chandrashekhar Bawankule. Zilla Parishad CEO Vinayak Mahamuni led the campaign with a clear strategy of delegating responsibilities across departments and ensuring tight coordination. Collector Vipin Itankar and CEO Mahamuni actively participated in the event held at Khasala Gram Panchayat, Kamthi Taluka, boosting the momentum on the ground. Seedlings were mainly supplied by the social forestry and forest departments, while additional plants were purchased through NREGA. Under the special initiative 'Ek Ped Maa Ke Naam,' saplings were distributed to students of Zilla Parishad schools. Every Anganwadi contributed by planting two saplings. Deputy CEO of the Gram Panchayat Department, Kapil Kalode, confirmed that plantation activities will continue in phases. A standout feature of the campaign is the creation of artificial sacred groves — Devrai and Ghanvan — using the Miyawaki method in Kamptee, Nagpur (Rural), and Parshivani. These will help strengthen biodiversity and maintain ecological balance. The key departments involved included Gram Panchayat, education, health, animal husbandry, irrigation, construction, women and child welfare, agriculture, general administration, and MSRLM. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now The campaign was powered through NREGA and other development schemes. To ensure smooth execution, taluka supervision officers were appointed from department heads, along with local supervisors at the gram panchayat level. This landmark effort not only sets a record for single-day plantation in the district but also reinforces the region's commitment to long-term environmental sustainability.
Time of India
7 days ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Meritorious students of Vidarbha felicitated
Nagpur: The 3rd edition of 'UCN Vidarbha Shining Star' was held in grand style at Suresh Bhat Auditorium to felicitate meritorious students of Vidarbha for their achievements in academics, sports, and co-curricular fields. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now Organised by UCN Network, the event aimed at promoting holistic development among school students. The programme began with a traditional lamp-lighting ceremony and saw participation from over 50 schools across the region. Along with top performers in academics, students excelling in sports and extra-curricular activities were also honoured. A highlight of the event was the inter-school quiz contest 'Battle of Brilliance', won by Mount Litera Zee School. Notable dignitaries present included police commissioner Ravinder Singal, IAS officer Vinayak Mahamuni, cricketer Akshay Wadkar, Dr DP Kothari, Dr Rajeev Mohta, Dr Nikunj Pawar, and UCN Directors Jagdish Paliya and Ajay Khamankar. Singal urged students to stay focused and avoid negative influences, while Dr Pawar gave a live CPR demo. Exciting prizes like an EV bike, inverter, bicycle, and electronic items were given away through lucky draws and contests. The event concluded on a high note, inspiring students to strive for excellence in all spheres.
