In a significant initiative under the PM TB Mukt Bharat Abhiyan, Prerna EVOICE, an employee NGO & NTPC Mouda, organized the distribution of nutritious ration to tuberculosis (TB) patients. The event, held on July 7, 2023, was attended by Shri A K Manohar, Head of Project at NTPC Mouda, along with other senior dignitaries. The distribution aimed to support TB patients and was conducted in collaboration with the Chief Medical Officer (CMO) and Primary Health Centre in Mouda.
The activity marked a milestone in the ongoing efforts to combat TB as part of the nationwide campaign launched on World TB Day in March 2023. With the theme of “Yes We Can End TB,” PM TB Mukt Bharat Abhiyan seeks to raise awareness and take concrete steps towards eliminating TB from India.
Shri A K Manohar, accompanied by senior officials, personally handed out ration packets to the TB patients during the event. A total of 72 kilograms of ration was distributed, which will be provided quarterly for a year to the patients identified and enlisted by the District Administration. The nutritious ration is expected to contribute to the overall well-being and recovery of the patients.
Shri A K Bari, Chief General Manager (P & FGD), Shri Harekrushna Jena, General Manager (Maintenance & Fuel Management), Shri Manish Khetrapal, General Manager (Operation), HOHR (Health Officer, Ayush Hospital), the Tehsildar, and executive body members of Prerna EVOICE were also present at the distribution event.
The collective efforts of NTPC Mouda’s employee NGO, Prerna EVOICE, and the collaboration with the CMO and Primary Health Centre showcase a commitment to addressing the challenges posed by TB. The initiative aligns with the goals of the PM TB Mukt Bharat Abhiyan, which emphasizes the need for concerted action to eradicate TB and create a healthier future for all.