16th CCHFW: Nadda Launches SSBSK and SUMAN Roadmap 2030
Why in the news
The 16th CCHFW met in the national capital under the Union health minister, and three health initiatives were rolled out at the session.
Key facts
- Event: 16th Conference of the Central Council of Health and Family Welfare, held in New Delhi.
- Chair: Union Minister Jagat Prakash Nadda.
- Launched: SSBSK, revamped Anaemia Mukt Bharat guidelines and SUMAN Roadmap 2030.
- Purpose: raise the quality of maternal and child healthcare.
| Initiative | Nature of the step |
|---|---|
| SSBSK | New launch |
| Anaemia Mukt Bharat | Guidelines revised (revamped) |
| SUMAN Roadmap 2030 | New roadmap with a 2030 horizon |
Significance
- Brings mothers and children into focus through one coordinated set of measures.
- The 2030 roadmap gives a long-term target period for maternal and child health work.
Exam angle
- Who presided over the 16th CCHFW: JP Nadda.
- Which existing programme had its guidelines revamped: Anaemia Mukt Bharat.
- Roadmap year associated with SUMAN: 2030.