India Highlights Progress on Universal Health Coverage, Hepatitis Elimination and Sickle Cell Care at UNGA81

At the 81st United Nations General Assembly (UNGA81) side events, India highlighted its progress in achieving Universal Health Coverage (UHC), viral hepatitis elimination, and sickle cell care. The Union Health Secretary detailed key domestic health initiatives, including the network of over 1.8 lakh Ayushman Arogya Mandirs, AB-PMJAY for financial protection, and the e-Sanjeevani teleconsultation platform crossing 497 million consultations. India reaffirmed its commitment to eliminate Hepatitis B and C by 2030 through the National Viral Hepatitis Control Programme. Furthermore, India co-hosted the launch of 'OneSCD: A Global Partnership to Advance Equity and Transform Sickle Cell Care', showcasing the National Sickle Cell Anaemia Elimination Mission's target of eliminating the disease by 2047.