Union Health and Family Welfare Minister J.P. Nadda on Wednesday reiterated that India is ready to share its expertise and best practices in the field of healthcare with BIMSTEC member countries.
Addressing the first BIMSTEC Health Ministers' Meeting held in Colombo, Sri Lanka, Nadda highlighted India's progress towards 'universal health coverage' (health coverage for all) through 'Ayushman Bharat', strong public health infrastructure and digital health initiatives.
After this, the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare said in X Post, “Union Health Minister JP Nadda addressed the first BIMSTEC Health Ministers' Meeting in Colombo, Sri Lanka. During this, he mentioned India's progress towards 'Universal Health Coverage' through 'Ayushman Bharat', strong public health infrastructure and digital health initiatives.”
The ministry further said, “Emphasising on regional cohesion, the Minister called for enhanced cooperation in the areas of health security, pandemic preparedness, 'One Health' and traditional medicine. He also reiterated India's commitment to share India's expertise and best practices with BIMSTEC member countries.”
During the meeting, Nadda underlined India's resolve to host the 'BIMSTEC Center of Excellence in Traditional Medicine' in Jamnagar, Gujarat. Its objective is to promote joint research, capacity building and exchange of knowledge.
According to the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, Nadda said, “Inspired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi ji's vision of 'One Earth, One Family, One Future', India is committed to building a healthier, more inclusive and resilient BIMSTEC region.” Nadda reached Colombo on Tuesday to attend this meeting, where he was welcomed by Indian High Commissioner Santosh Jha.
He said he looked forward to discussions with his counterparts from BIMSTEC member countries to strengthen regional health cooperation, advance shared public health priorities and deepen cooperation in the field of healthcare.
“I have arrived in Colombo, Sri Lanka to participate in the historic BIMSTEC Health Ministers' Meeting. Look forward to interacting with my counterparts from BIMSTEC member countries to strengthen regional health cooperation, advance shared public health priorities and promote mutual cooperation in the field of healthcare,” Nadda wrote on 'X'.
He further said, “Inspired by Prime Minister Modi ji’s ‘Neighborhood First’ and ‘Act East’ vision, India is committed to building a healthier, more resilient and prosperous BIMSTEC region.”