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IN PHOTOS: Maharashtra governor launches 'TB-free Mumbai' campaign at Sion hospital

Updated On: 26 May, 2026 07:36 PM IST | Divya Nair

Maharashtra Governor Jishnu Dev Varma on Tuesday launched the 'TB-free Mumbai’ campaign, a joint initiative of Lok Bhavan and the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC), at Lokmanya Tilak Municipal General Hospital in Sion. The programme, chaired by Mumbai Mayor Ritu Tawde, was attended by Deputy Mayor Sanjay Ghadigaonkar and several dignitaries. PICS/BY SPECIAL ARRANGEMENT

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Governor Jishnu Dev Varma, Mumbai Mayor Ritu Tawde, and Deputy Mayor Sanjay Ghadigaonkar during the TB-Free Mumbai’ campaign in Sion. Pic/By special arrangement

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Governor Jishnu Dev Varma, Mumbai Mayor Ritu Tawde, and Deputy Mayor Sanjay Ghadigaonkar during the TB-Free Mumbai’ campaign in Sion. Pic/By special arrangement
Earlier in the day, nutritional kits were distributed to tuberculosis patients at Loknete Eknathrao Gaikwad Urban Health Centre in Dharavi by the Governor, mayor, deputy mayor, and other dignitaries

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Earlier in the day, nutritional kits were distributed to tuberculosis patients at Loknete Eknathrao Gaikwad Urban Health Centre in Dharavi by the Governor, mayor, deputy mayor, and other dignitaries

Handheld X-ray machines were also donated during the programme to enhance diagnostic capabilities at the grassroots level

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Handheld X-ray machines were also donated during the programme to enhance diagnostic capabilities at the grassroots level

The TB-free Mumbai initiative, conceptualised by Governor, aims to strengthen Mumbai’s fight against tuberculosis by improving early detection, treatment adherence, and public awareness. It forms part of the broader National Tuberculosis Elimination Programme

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The TB-free Mumbai initiative, conceptualised by Governor, aims to strengthen Mumbai’s fight against tuberculosis by improving early detection, treatment adherence, and public awareness. It forms part of the broader National Tuberculosis Elimination Programme

The Governor interacted with district tuberculosis officers and ASHA workers, appreciating their relentless efforts in the field and encouraging them to work towards making Mumbai tuberculosis-free

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The Governor interacted with district tuberculosis officers and ASHA workers, appreciating their relentless efforts in the field and encouraging them to work towards making Mumbai tuberculosis-free

During the event, a booklet prepared as part of the ‘TB-Free Mumbai’ campaign was released. Voluntary organisations actively participating in TB elimination efforts were also felicitated for their contribution.

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During the event, a booklet prepared as part of the ‘TB-Free Mumbai’ campaign was released. Voluntary organisations actively participating in TB elimination efforts were also felicitated for their contribution.

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