President Droupadi Murmu has launched a landmark campaign, Saving Lives and Building a Healthier Bharat, in Mumbai. Organized by PD Hinduja Hospital, the initiative aims to deliver healthcare to underserved communities through mobile medical vans, marking a major step toward equitable access to medical services across India.
In a significant push for inclusive healthcare, President Droupadi Murmu inaugurated the nationwide campaign Saving Lives and Building a Healthier Bharat at Lok Bhavan, Mumbai, on February 24, 2026. The initiative, spearheaded by PD Hinduja Hospital as part of its 75th anniversary celebrations, seeks to bridge the healthcare gap for rural and urban poor by deploying mobile medical vans equipped with essential diagnostic and treatment facilities.
President Murmu emphasized that healthcare is a collective responsibility, urging stakeholders to ensure timely medical care for even the most marginalized citizens. She highlighted the transformative role of technology and artificial intelligence in diagnostics, underscoring the importance of innovation in strengthening India’s healthcare infrastructure.
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The campaign Saving Lives and Building a Healthier Bharat was launched by President Murmu in Mumbai on February 24, 2026
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Organized by PD Hinduja Hospital, celebrating 75 years of service to society
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Mobile medical vans will extend healthcare services to rural and urban poor across India
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President Murmu stressed collective responsibility in ensuring equitable healthcare access
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Technology and AI in diagnostics were highlighted as critical tools for improving outcomes
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The event was attended by Maharashtra Governor Acharya Devvrat, Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis, Deputy CM Sunetra Pawar, and Hinduja Group Chairman Ashok Hinduja, among other dignitaries
This initiative represents a milestone in India’s healthcare journey, combining institutional expertise, government support, and technological innovation to build a healthier and more inclusive Bharat.
Sources: Deccan Chronicle, The President of India (Rashtrapati Bhavan), Raj Bhavan Maharashtra