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29 NOV 2024 11:55AM by PIB Bhopal
Bhopal, 29 November 2024: Madhya Pradesh is ready to take the centre stage in India’s efforts against HIV/AIDS as it gears up to commemorate grand observance of World AIDS Day 2024 on 1st December 2024 at the prestigious Devi Ahilya Vishwavidyalaya Auditorium in the city of Indore.
The event will witness the esteemed presence of the Hon’ble Union Minister of Health & Family Welfare, Shri Jagat Prakash Nadda, as the Chief Guest, along with the Hon’ble Chief Minister of Madhya Pradesh, Dr. Mohan Yadav, who will grace the occasion as the Guest of Honour
Aligned with the UNAIDS' theme, ‘Take the Rights Path’, this World AIDS Day will emphasize awareness, rights-based approaches to treatment and ELIMINATE discrimination against those affected by HIV/AIDS. Notably, the National AIDS Control Organisation (NACO), under the Ministry of Health & Family Welfare (MoHFW), Government of India has been observing World AIDS Day annually on December 1 since 1992. Bringing together communities, youth, beneficiaries, and various organizations, these observances have been fostering collaboration to address the challenges and advancements aiming at the global goal of ending HIV/AIDS by 2030.
Meanwhile, this year the programme will feature impactful activities, such as an innovative exhibition showcasing key programmatic components like the
digital ecosystem adopted by NACO, community engagement, achievements made through the campaign-based approach and variety of hand-crafted items made by the beneficiaries.
Apart from that, the event will also include the much-anticipated launch of NACO's theme song, brought to life through a live performance by its original singers— Dev Negi, Moko Koza and Agsy promising to encapsulate the spirit of the programme. Additionally, inspirational stories from beneficiaries will showcase the transformative impact of NACO’s initiatives, while critical resources will be unveiled to further the organization’s mission.
The event will bring together diverse stakeholders, including policymakers, representatives from government, civil society, communities, youth and development partners with a live stream available nationwide to encourage widespread participation uniting efforts to advance equity in healthcare and inspire collective action against the epidemic.
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