Dehradun, July 8 -- Garhwal Post Bureau

Dehradun, 6 Jul: Governor Lieutenant General Gurmit Singh (Retd) distributed monthly nutrition kits to 13 tuberculosis (TB) patients adopted under the National Tuberculosis Elimination Programme (NTEP) during a programme held at the Lok Bhawan, here, on Monday. On the occasion, he interacted personally with the patients, enquired about their well-being, and encouraged them to adhere to their medication, maintain a nutritious diet, and follow a healthy lifestyle throughout their treatment.

The Governor said that eliminating tuberculosis is not solely the responsibility of the Health Department but a collective responsibility of society. He emphasised that public participation, awareness, timely tre...