Nadda launches nationwide Mass Drug Administration round against lymphatic filariasis
Health Minister J.P. Nadda launched the annual nationwide Mass Drug Administration campaign for lymphatic filariasis elimination on 10 February 2025, covering 111 endemic districts.
Summary
Union Health Minister J.P. Nadda launched the annual Mass Drug Administration (MDA) round for eliminating lymphatic filariasis on 10 February 2025 through a video conference with state health ministers. From 10 February, anti-filarial medicines are being given free, door to door, to over 17.5 crore people across 111 endemic districts. The campaign is led by the National Center for Vector Borne Diseases Control. Lymphatic filariasis, known as 'Hathi Paon', is a parasitic disease spread by infected mosquitoes.
Key facts
- Date
- 10 February 2025
- Coverage
- 111 endemic districts; over 17.5 crore people
- Lead agency
- National Center for Vector Borne Diseases Control
- Common name
- Hathi Paon
Practice MCQs 1 questions
The nationwide Mass Drug Administration round against lymphatic filariasis launched on 10 February 2025 covers how many endemic districts?
Show answer
Correct answer: A — 111
The campaign covers 111 endemic districts, with free medicines for over 17.5 crore people.