National Leprosy Day observed on 30 January with awareness drive at Dilli Haat
On National Leprosy Day, 30 January 2026, the Central Leprosy Division of the Health Ministry's DGHS held an awareness (IEC) programme at Dilli Haat, New Delhi, on early detection and ending stigma.
Summary
The Central Leprosy Division under the Directorate General of Health Services (DGHS), Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, marked National Leprosy Day on 30 January 2026 with an Information, Education and Communication outreach at Dilli Haat. It included a street play on early signs of leprosy, a dance by children affected by leprosy and a self-examination mirror activity to encourage early detection.
Key facts
- Day
- National Leprosy Day — 30 January
- Organiser
- Central Leprosy Division, DGHS, Ministry of Health and Family Welfare
- Venue
- Dilli Haat, New Delhi
- Focus
- Awareness, early detection, stigma reduction
Practice MCQs 1 questions
On which date is National Leprosy Day observed in India, as marked by the Health Ministry in 2026?
Show answer
Correct answer: A — 30 January
PIB: The Central Leprosy Division observed National Leprosy Day on 30 January 2026 with an outreach at Dilli Haat.