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National Health Mission Extended for 5 More Years: A Big Leap for India’s Public Health

The Union Cabinet has approved the continuation of the National Health Mission (NHM) for another five years. Since its inception, NHM has emerged as a key force in addressing India’s health challenges, and its progress from 2021 to 2024 reflects a significant transformation in public health delivery across the country.

🔑 Key Achievements in Human Resources

• In FY 2021-22, NHM added 2.69 lakh healthcare workers (including doctors and nurses).
• This rose to 4.21 lakh in 2022-23 and 5.23 lakh in 2023-24.
• Community Health Officers also saw a boost with 1.29 lakh and 1.38 lakh added in the last two years.

👩‍⚕️ Maternal and Child Health Progress

• 83% reduction in maternal mortality since 1990 — surpassing the global average of 45%.
• Under-5 Mortality Rate dropped from 45 to 32 (2014–2020).
• Infant Mortality Rate fell from 39 to 28 in the same period.
  📌 These strides align with India’s commitment to the UN Sustainable Development Goals.

🦠 Infectious Disease Control

• Tuberculosis incidence dropped from 237 to 195 per 1,00,000 population (2015–2023).
• Malaria saw a 13.28% decline in 2021 compared to 2020.
• Kala-azar elimination achieved in all endemic blocks — 100% success! ✅

💉 Vaccination Milestones

• Under Intensified Mission Indradhanush 5.0, 34.77 crore children vaccinated against measles-rubella — 97.98% coverage.
• Over 220 crore COVID-19 doses administered (Jan 2021 – Mar 2024) via NHM’s strong network.

🛡️ Specialized Health Campaigns

• 1.56 lakh TB patients adopted under PM TB Mukt Bharat Abhiyaan.
• 2.61 crore tribals screened under Sickle Cell Anemia Mission — elimination goal set for 2047.
• 62.35 lakh dialysis sessions delivered through PM National Dialysis Programme.

🚭 Addressing Broader Public Health Concerns

• 17.3% decline in tobacco usage over the last decade.
• Launch of National Action Plan for Snakebite Envenoming in FY 2022–23 to prevent and manage snakebites.

💻 Digital Health Integration

• U-WIN Platform launched in Jan 2023 for tracking vaccinations in real time.
• Expanded to 65 districts by FY 2023–24, ensuring timely immunisation for women and children.

The National Health Mission continues to transform healthcare accessibility and quality in India — laying the foundation for a stronger, healthier future. 🌱