India Nears Malaria Eradication, Amit Shah Says
Union Home and Cooperation Minister Amit Shah on Sunday said India has recorded a sharp drop in malaria cases and is on track to eliminate the disease soon. Shah made the remarks while speaking at the 100th All-India Medical Conference (IMA NATCON 2025) organised by the Indian Medical Association (IMA) in Ahmedabad, Gujarat. He said malaria cases in the country have fallen by about 97% compared with earlier years, reflecting progress in public health efforts.
Progress In Health Indicators And Schemes
Shah highlighted several government health initiatives that have contributed to improved outcomes. He noted that flagship programmes such as Ayushman Bharat and Mission Indradhanush have strengthened the health system and expanded access to care. He also said India has reduced dengue mortality to around 1% and made substantial gains in reducing maternal deaths. Shah added that increased health spending and expanded infrastructure have supported these improvements.
Call To Update Medical Ethics And Education
During his address, Shah urged the medical community to update and integrate medical ethics into education to reflect modern challenges. He said ethics should be an essential part of training so doctors view their profession as service. Shah also encouraged the IMA to work with the government to strengthen telemedicine and medical research in primary health centres.
Conference Highlights And Future Focus
The centenary IMA NATCON event brought together thousands of healthcare professionals from across India. Discussions included modern healthcare practices, technology integration, and improving patient care. Shah’s comments underscore the government’s focus on a “health ecosystem” that combines preventive and curative services to achieve long-term goals like malaria elimination and universal health coverage.
