PM-ABHIM: Strengthening India's Pandemic-Ready Healthcare Infrastructure

The Pradhan Mantri Ayushman Bharat Health Infrastructure Mission (PM-ABHIM) allocates Rs. 64,180 crore from 2021 to 2026 to enhance India's healthcare infrastructure for pandemic preparedness and emergency response. Launched in October 2021, the mission aims to upgrade healthcare facilities across all levels, including primary, secondary, and tertiary care, while advancing universal health coverage and aligning with Sustainable Development Goal 3. Key initiatives include the establishment of Ayushman Arogya Mandirs, public health labs, and critical care blocks, along with a focus on disease surveillance and health research.

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APEDA Launches First Sea Shipment of Botanical-Infused Millet Foods to New Zealand

The Agricultural and Processed Food Products Export Development Authority (APEDA) facilitated the maiden sea shipment of botanical-infused, ready-to-cook millet functional foods from Karnataka to New Zealand. This milestone underscores the expanding opportunities for India's millet-based agricultural exports, bolstered by participation in APEDA-supported international trade fairs. Source: Original Link