KATHUA, OCTOBER 8: District Tuberculosis Centre (DTC) Kathua today organised a programme to launch the District-Level JOSH Team under the TB Mukt Bharat Abhiyan, with MLA Kathua Dr. Bharat Bhushan as the Chief Guest.
The programme was held in the presence of Chief Medical Officer Dr. Vijay Raina, District Tuberculosis Officer Dr. Radha Krishna and Medical Officer Dr. Suman, besides members of the newly constituted JOSH Team and other stakeholders.
The members of the JOSH Team were sensitised to their role and responsibilities in strengthening community participation, awareness and support towards achieving the goal of a TB-free Kathua.
Addressing the gathering, MLA Dr. Bharat Bhushan appreciated the efforts of the Health Department and all stakeholders engaged in the TB elimination programme. He emphasised the need for greater community participation, awareness and collective responsibility to realise the vision of a TB-free Kathua.
Appreciation certificates were presented to former Sarpanches of TB-Free Panchayats in recognition of their valuable contribution towards strengthening TB elimination efforts at the grassroots level. Mementos were also presented to Nikshay Mitras and TB Vijetas for their dedication, support and contribution to the TB Mukt Bharat Abhiyan.
JOSH Team members, Sarpanches, Nikshay Mitras, TB Vijetas were present at the event.
