New Delhi: The 45th India International Trade Fair at Bharat Mandapam has become a platform for promoting public health awareness, with the Union Ministry of Health and Family Welfare setting up a dedicated pavilion under the theme ‘Young India, Healthy India’. Running from November 14 to 27, the initiative aims to familiarise visitors with major government healthcare schemes, national health programmes, achievements and public welfare services.
The health pavilion was inaugurated by Dr M. Srinivas, Member of NITI Aayog, in the presence of Union Health Secretary Punya Salila Srivastava, Department of Health Research Secretary and ICMR Director General Dr Rajiv Bahl, National Health Authority CEO Sunil Kumar Barnwal and other senior ministry officials.
Focus on prevention and early detection of diseases
Addressing the inaugural gathering, Dr Srinivas highlighted the growing risks associated with non-communicable diseases and unhealthy lifestyle habits. He emphasised that timely screening, regular health check-ups, awareness and healthy daily routines can help reduce the risk of serious illnesses.
He also encouraged young people and families to actively participate in health-related activities and make preventive healthcare an essential part of their everyday lives.
39 stalls showcase 24 national health programmes
Spread across an area of 989 square metres, the pavilion features 39 exhibition stalls representing 24 national health programmes and institutions.
Visitors can explore information about several major initiatives, including Ayushman Arogya Mandir, Ayushman Bharat, eSanjeevani, the Universal Immunisation Programme, TB Mukt Bharat Abhiyan, Tele-MANAS, child healthcare, organ donation, food safety and tobacco control.
The displays are designed to explain the objectives and benefits of these initiatives while helping citizens understand how to access various healthcare services.
CPR demonstrations and interactive activities for children
The pavilion offers several interactive activities to make health education more accessible and engaging. Visitors can participate in live CPR training sessions, street plays, health discussions, quizzes and awareness programmes.
A dedicated play area has also been developed for children. Through traditional games and recreational activities, the initiative promotes physical movement, social interaction and reduced dependence on mobile screens.
Technology and public participation in the fight against TB
A dedicated tuberculosis awareness centre is another major attraction. It offers demonstrations of artificial intelligence-based portable X-ray technology for screening, along with medical consultations and Nikshay Mitra registration facilities.
The initiative also aims to connect patients requiring nutritional assistance with available support systems, encouraging greater community participation in the national fight against tuberculosis.
A step towards a healthier India
The health pavilion goes beyond displaying government schemes and serves as a public awareness initiative aimed at encouraging healthier lifestyles and greater participation in preventive healthcare.
Through interactive demonstrations, information stalls and technology-driven healthcare services, the ministry seeks to reinforce the message that informed citizens, healthier families and an empowered society are essential to building a developed India.
