The National AIDS Control Organisation (NACO), under the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, will organise a ‘Suraksha Sankalp Karyashala’ in Hyderabad on March 25, 2026. The workshop is part of a broader push to strengthen India’s HIV/AIDS response by focusing on district-level implementation.
The initiative will be chaired by NACO’s Additional Secretary and Director General, Dr. Rakesh Gupta, and will bring together senior officials from Telangana and district administrations.
Key Announcements and Focus Areas
The workshop is being conducted under the framework of Mission AIDS Suraksha, a national effort to enhance targeted interventions in regions with a higher HIV burden.
Key focus areas include:
- Expanding access to HIV prevention and testing services
- Improving linkage to treatment and long-term patient retention
- Strengthening service delivery at the district level
- Using data-driven strategies to identify gaps and improve outcomes
Officials from 19 priority districts in Telangana will present progress reports and discuss operational challenges.
Official Statement
According to officials, the initiative reflects a shift towards decentralised planning, where districts play a central role in designing and implementing HIV control strategies.
The workshop will enable coordination between national, state, and district authorities to ensure more effective programme execution and better health outcomes for people living with HIV.
Context and Background
India’s HIV/AIDS control programme has evolved significantly over the years, with a growing emphasis on targeted, localised interventions.
Telangana has been identified as a priority state under this approach. The state has an HIV prevalence rate of 0.41%, with over 1.56 lakh people living with HIV/AIDS. Districts such as Hyderabad, Ranga Reddy, Warangal, and Karimnagar are among those selected for intensified action.
Mission AIDS Suraksha aims to accelerate progress towards national targets, including reducing new infections and improving treatment coverage.
Public Impact
The workshop is expected to:
- Improve access to testing and early diagnosis
- Strengthen treatment adherence, reducing complications
- Enhance coordination between health departments and local administration
- Support better health outcomes for affected individuals
For communities, this could mean more accessible services, timely care, and improved awareness about HIV prevention.
Conclusion
The Suraksha Sankalp Karyashala represents a focused effort to move India’s HIV response closer to the ground level. By empowering districts and aligning strategies with local needs, the initiative aims to accelerate progress toward eliminating HIV/AIDS as a public health threat.
The outcomes of this workshop are likely to shape future interventions, reinforcing a more responsive and effective national health strategy.
Source: PIB
Last Updated on: Tuesday, March 24, 2026 5:27 pm by Monisha Angara | Published by: Monisha Angara on Tuesday, March 24, 2026 5:27 pm | News Categories: Hyderabad
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