Archive · 1 Jun 2025
Goa CM Directs Panchayats to Find TB Patients
The Chief Minister of Goa wants to make Goa free of Tuberculosis (TB).
He told local councils, called panchayats, to find people with TB in their areas and help them get regular medical care.
They will also call patients to make sure they take their medicine and eat healthy.
The CM also reminded people about staying safe during the monsoon season, such as avoiding waterfalls and preventing the spread of diseases like malaria by keeping their surroundings clean.
The government is also preparing for emergencies, like floods, and making sure ponds are cleaned before the monsoon.
Goa's Chief Minister aims for a TB-free state.
Panchayats should identify TB patients.
Regular treatment and dietary adjustments are essential for recovery.
Preventative measures during monsoon for safety and health.
Public awareness campaigns for vector-borne diseases will be launched.
- Who
- Chief Minister Pramod Sawant, panchayats, swayampurna mitras and the public.
- What
- Panchayats to identify TB patients, provide counselling, and ensure regular treatment; Public awareness campaign against vector-borne diseases.
- When
- Recently, during the monsoon season
- Where
- Goa
- Why
- To ensure public health and safety, and to make Goa TB-free.
- Target
- TB-free Goa
- Action
- Panchayats to identify TB patients
- Treatment Goal
- Regular medical treatment
- Counselling
- Telephonic counselling
- Duration
- Full recovery in 6-9 months